Dr. Ed Cowen of the NIH Covers Graft Versus Host Disease (GVHD) Skin-Related Issues
Senior Clinician Dr. Edward Cowen is Head of the Dermatology Consultation Service at the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases at the NIH. Dr. Cowen will share his expertise on skin issues as they relate to Graft Versus Host Disease (GVHD).
In this episode Dr. Cowen "covers" it all--dry scaly skin, red rashes, skin fibrosis and fasciitis. His expertise will make patients and caregivers alike feel more confident and knowledgeable about skin GVHD. When should you seek treatment and which doctor should you see? He will address clinical trials, long term prognosis and talks about what is on the horizon for the treatment of skin GVHD.
He mentions topical over the counter treatments like Aquaphor and Sarna, as well as oral antihistamines like Benadryl, Allegra, Zyrtec, and Claritin.
The information in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. Please consult with your health care provider regarding your medical decisions and treatment. The listed resources are not intended to be endorsements.
Resources:
Dr. Cowen's ruxolitinib trial: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03395340
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases: https://www.niams.nih.gov/
NIH Clinical Trials Website: https://clinicaltrials.gov/
National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.
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https://www.niams.nih.gov/about/directory/edward-w-cowen-md-mhsc
Thank you to this season's sponsors:
Incyte Corporation: https://www.incyte.com/
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