Gaps in the education and knowledge of the diagnosis and management of dermatological conditions in patients with skin of colour (SOC) that can lead to worse health outcomes have been identified. Not only has SOC been underrepresented in medical education for trainees in dermatology but also patients with SOC have been underrepresented in clinical trials of new therapies for skin diseases. This supplement will try to address these knowledge gaps by exploring some common dermatological conditions with respect to their diagnosis and management in patients with SOC. Our goal is to highlight the presentation of common conditions in these populations, tackle challenges in diagnosis and management, and to review any evidence available from clinical trials that examines the population with SOC. Closing these knowledge gaps will help to improve health outcomes across all skin types.

Dermatology: how to manage acne in skin of colour

Claire Chiang, Madison Ward, Melinda Gooderham

Article Type

Review

Published

This narrative review aims to highlight formulations and combination therapies that are effective and safe for treating acne and postinflammatory hyperpigmentation in patients with skin of colour.

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Dermatology: how to manage rosacea in skin of colour

Khalad Maliyar, Sonya J Abdulla

Article Type

Review

Published

This article aims to raise awareness that rosacea is a global disease and to provide healthcare professionals with strategies to identify and manage rosacea amongst individuals with skin of colour.

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