Infectious diseases of the skin are caused by pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites and usually carry a higher risk in patients with a compromised immune system. These agents infiltrate the body, disrupting its normal function and causing a spectrum of symptoms. Although many skin infections are easy to treat and can go away over time, some are contagious (i.e. MRSA and impetigo) and therefore require early intervention to prevent spread, especially in a hospital setting. The treatment for skin infections varies by type of pathogen but can often be addressed using topical antimicrobials, antimicrobial resistance however is becoming one of the biggest public health crises worldwide, highlighting the need for new therapy options and novel strategies for prescribing. On-going public health, surveillance and research efforts are essential to mitigate the impact of infectious diseases on global health.
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Dr. Shari Lipner is a leading expert in dermatology, best known for her specialization in nail disorders. As an Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology and Director of the Nail Division at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, her work bridges ...
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Dermatology and sexual health raise critical topics such as dermatological manifestations linked to STIs e.g. monkeypox and cutaneous syphilis, the effectiveness of vaccination, and the rise in antibiotic resistance to treat cutaneous STIs. touchDERMATOLOGY were delighted to speak with Dr Georg Stary (Department of Dermatology, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria) at EADV 2023 to explore present challenges and future directions in addressing these complex and pressing issues. The abstract ‘Vaccination in STIs: What is the current state?’ (Presentation ID PLB-02) and ‘Antibiotic landscape in genital ulcers’ (Presentation ID D2T12.3B) was presented at EADV 2023, Berlin, 11-14 October 2023 #EADVCongress. Questions What dermatological manifestations are associated with STIs? How effective are existing vaccines for STIs, and how have recent developments in vaccinations influenced their development? What do you see as the future directions of STI vaccination? What is the present status of antibiotic resistance in STIs? What challenges do healthcare professionals face in selecting appropriate antibiotics for STIs, given the changing microbial landscape? How could a multifaceted approach impact the prevention of antimicrobial resistant STIs? Disclosures: Georg Stary has nothing to disclose in relation to this video interview. Support: Interview and filming supported by Touch Medical Media Ltd. Interview conducted by Victoria Jones and Katey Gabrysch. Filmed in coverage of the EADV Annual Meeting This content was developed by Touch Medical Media and is not affiliated with the  European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology  (EADV) or the congress.Â
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