2020 AAD Psoriasis Guidelines: Methotrexate Gets a Makeover. Villani M. Tauber M. Viguier B. Guillot, on behalf of the Psoriasis Research Group of the French Society of Dermatology (Groupe de Recherche sur le Psoriasis de la Société Française de Dermatologie) These other diseases are often referred to as comorbidities. The liver biopsy was, and still is, dreaded by prescribers and, of course, even more so by our patients. But then comes the last warning: Liver biopsy. J Am Acad Dermatol. Note that some of the patented tests require the patient to be fasting overnight. There is nail disease which is severe and having a major functional or cosmetic impact. Methotrexate is an old friend of dermatologists that we know well.We use it primarily for psoriasis, but it is also used for myriad skin conditions, ranging from common (atopic dermatitis) to rare conditions such as autoimmune connective tissue or blistering disease (often as a steroid-sparing agent) to unusual forms of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. This guideline addresses important clinical questions that arise in psoriasis management and provides evidence-based recommendations. F. Amatore A.‐P. Therapeutic advancements for moderate to severe plaque psoriasis include biologics th … Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on Psoriasis is a common, long-term (chronic) disease with no cure. 2019 Apr;80(4):1073-1113. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2018.11.058. Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes red, itchy scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk and scalp. 2020 Apr 1;156(4):384-392. doi: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2019.4835. Our 2009 American Academy of Dermatology guidelines recommend liver biopsy as early and often as after 2 to 6 months of treatment and then after every 1 g to 1.5 g of methotrexate in patients who had risk factors for liver disease such as diabetes, obesity or hyperlipidemia. Effective treatment of your psoriasis not only manages skin symptoms but may also help to reduce inflammation in your body that could lead to other diseases. Millions treated!And now for the disclaimer: Regular tests recommended to monitor your blood count and liver function, let your doctor know if you have kidney problems, do not drink alcohol or do so only in moderation, do not become pregnant or get someone pregnant while taking it, tell your doctor about all medications and supplements you are taking as drug interactions can be serious, and patients may experience nausea, vomiting, mouth sores and hair loss, with rare reports of lymphoma and lung inflammation.Now, a lot of patients are willing to accept these risks and inconveniences. 1994 Aug;19(4):223-32. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2710.1994.tb00678.x.Arnone M, Takahashi MDF, Carvalho AVE, Bernardo WM, Bressan AL, Ramos AMC, Terena AC, Souza CDS, Nunes DH, Bortoletto MCC, Oliveira MFSP, Neffá JM, Fieri LC, Azulay-Abulafia L, Felix PAO, Magalhaes RF, Romiti R, Jaime TJ.An Bras Dermatol. If there are risk factors for hepatotoxicity, then noninvasive imaging is recommended annually.So, methotrexate, our old friend, looks better than ever with the 2020 AAD guidelines, which welcome blood serology and noninvasive imaging as a modern twist on this old drug, making it easier to prescribe and manage for our patients. French guidelines on the use of systemic treatments for moderate‐to‐severe psoriasis in adults. Topical treatments. It is so convenient, just once-a-week dosing in a simple pill that can be dosed to your specific needs!2. For its 2020 makeover, imagine a glossy television commercial, complete with a celebrity endorsement, invoking its selling points:1. The guidelines recommend noninvasive blood serology at baseline for all patients. Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on 2020 Mar;82(3):574. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2020.01.061. If there are no risk factors for hepatotoxicity and the baseline serology is normal, then you repeat this annually. By Joel M. Gelfand, MD, MSCE. Thanks to dramatic advances in noninvasive blood and imaging tests, most patients will not need a biopsy at any point in their treatment.Serologic tests include fibrosis-4, an algorithm based on liver enzymes, platelet count and age (available online), and other patented tests such as FibroTest/FibroSure (BioPredictive), FibroMeter (Echosens) and Hepascore (Quest Diagnostics). That’s right, 15 bucks per month — compare that with other options that can cost thousands of dollars a month!4. Imaging approaches include FibroScan (Echosens), a vibration-controlled transient elastography and the most used to assess liver fibrosis. And you are not going to believe this, the celebrity gushes: It only costs about $15 a month — no prescription insurance required! The guideline recommends acitretin monotherapy for plaque psoriasis. 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