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April 2026

Apr 07
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CSU in Patients With Skin of Color: SOCU Video Interview

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chronic spontaneous urticaria in skin of color

Chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) is deceptively intermittent — and that can mean missed or delayed diagnoses, especially in patients with darker skin where subtle changes are harder to spot.

In a Next Steps in Derm interview at Skin of Color Update, Dr. Mona Shahriari (Yale) calls CSU “the rash that ghosts you” and shares practical tips for recognizing CSU in patients with skin of color.

Watch and learn:

  • How CSU can present differently on darker skin and what to look for
  • What’s new in the CSU toolbox — diagnostic approaches and emerging management strategies
  • Clear, pragmatic recommendations for antihistamine use and when to escalate care

This is essential for those who want to reduce diagnostic delays and improve outcomes in diverse patient populations. Tune in to hear Dr. Shahriari’s insights and actionable takeaways.

Apr 01
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Hair Transplantation in Afro-Textured Hair: From the SOCU Poster Hall

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afro-textured hair transplantation

Hair transplantation is on the rise — driven by social media and growing demand across ages and genders. But for people with afro-textured hair, the story is more complex.

New research presented in a poster at Skin of Color Update and detailed in an interview with lead author Rachel Lubinga, DO, found no formal pre‑ and post‑op guidelines specific to afro‑textured hair — despite biological differences and cultural styling practices that affect outcomes.

Afro‑textured hair often grows more slowly and is more vulnerable to tension and chemical damage. Without tailored education, patients may return to high‑risk styles too soon, risking loss of newly grafted follicles or worsened scarring. The poster offers practical recommendations, including individualized assessment of potential candidates, collaboration with patients and hairstylists, and clear aftercare instructions.

Culturally informed counseling and standardized guidance can improve surgical results, protect gains, and reduce preventable hair loss. Read the interview for Dr. Lubinga’s pre- and post-transplant recommendations.

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