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In this episode of the Skincredible podcast, Dr. Lisa Swanson sits down with Kynlie and her parents to share their powerful journey with eczema. Together, they open up about the daily challenges of managing Kynlie’s skin condition, the emotional impact on the entire family, and the long road of trial and error in search of relief.

They discuss the importance of finding the right medical support and reflect on the treatments that made a meaningful difference, and some that didn’t—including Dupixent, the Aron regimen, Elidel, Zoryve, and finally Opzelura—which Kynlie describes as “a miracle” and a true “game changer.”

With honesty and heart, the family shares their setbacks, breakthroughs, and hard-earned lessons, offering encouragement to others navigating similar struggles. Today, they’re celebrating more than clearer skin—they’re embracing a happier, more confident child who can show up as her authentic self, no longer held back by eczema.

Keywords

eczema, treatment, families, patients, success stories, skin condition, pediatric dermatology, Opzelura, Elidel, Dupixent, Zoryve, Aron regimen, emotional impact, healthcare, skin health

Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Intro

01:13 Kynlie, Morgan, & Allyson’s Journey

03:19 Kynlie Referred to Dr. Swanson

04:10 Healthcare Burdens

06:29 Climate, Emotional Distress

08:21 Eczema and Sleep Disturbances

09:39 Helpless Feeling, Sadness, Costs of Eczema

12:26 Social Effects for Kynlie

13:36 Kynlie’s Hatred for Ointment & for Dupixent

15:50 Bluey Episode: Hospital

17:11 Itch Predominant Eczema & Opzelura

18:27 Game Changer

20:38 Parents Notice Changes in Kynlie

23:30 Families Hesitant to Treat Eczema

24:02 Advice for Parents

26:28 Opzelura Safety Warning

27:57 Giving Patients a Choice

28:26 Treatment Fatigue, Unique Snowflakes

29:28 Kynlie’s Exciting Adventure in Canada

30:20 Thank You and Goodbye

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Dr. Dustin Portela shares his journey as a dermatologist with Dr. Swanson, from building a practice to navigating the highs and lows of social media. He reflects on honest skincare advice, online criticism, and how trends shape public perception of skin health. He understands that being in the social media space has provided a unique opportunity for him to experience the world in a whole new way. The conversation explores wellness, longevity, self-confidence, and body image (including his personal experience with hair loss) while highlighting the balance between aesthetics and holistic health. Dr. Portela also discusses his words of wisdom for newer creators, the power of podcasting as education, and his philanthropic work through a mobile dermatology clinic.

Keywords

wellness, longevity, social media, dermatology, COVID-19, skincare, mental health, entrepreneurship, celebrity encounters, dermatology practice, misinformation, self-confidence, podcasting, skin care, health education, hairloss

Links, Attachments

Dr. Portela’s Podcast: Skinfluence

Dr. Portela’s Instagram
Dr. Portela Giving Back

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Dustin Portela

01:13 The Start of Dr. Portela’s Social Media Journey

02:25 COVID and Social Media

03:41 TikTok, Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and More

05:13 The Dangers of Social Media Perception

07:27 The Illness Industrial Complex

08:39 Truth Doesn’t Pay, Drama Does: Affiliate TikTok Shop Marketing

10:06 Dr. Portela Starts His Own Practice

13:36 Favorite Thing About Social Media

23:04 Least Favorite Thing About Social Media

25:12 Misinformation on Social Media

26:37 Glass Skin, Slugging, Social Media Trends

27:29 Self-Consciousness, Hair Loss

31:10 Dr. Portela’s Physique Competition

34:55 Wellness, Patient Patterns

37:44 Supplements Dr. Portela Takes

38:31 Wearable Technology

40:03 Longevity, Genetics, Flexibility, Good Food

42:52 Dr. Portela’s Podcast: Skinfluence

44:05 Dr. Portela’s Advice to Newbies

45:08 Dr. Portela Gives Back

47:46 5 Things Speed Round

49:43 Thank You and Goodbye

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult your physician regarding your health.

In this episode Ben's parents: Jeff and Erinn share their journey navigating the challenges of eczema, ARFID, Autism and ADHD. They also discuss eczema's impact on their family dynamics and the tension they experienced because due to Ben's condition. They share with us the struggles of managing Ben's eczema from infancy, the emotional toll it took on them, and the transformative role of Dupixent in Ben's treatment. We'll get to hear the ups and downs as well as the uphill battle with insurance wanting to take Ben off therapy after a year of good results. The conversation highlights the importance of advocacy in healthcare, the challenges posed by insurance companies, and the overall impact of eczema on childhood and family life.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Intro to Ben's Story

02:20 ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)

04:43 Parenting Struggles

06:36 Time & Financial Investments for Eczema

08:19 ADHD & Autism Diagnosis, Tactile Sensitivities

09:15 Rage Monster on Oral Steroids

10:48 Pets, Autism, ADHD and Eczema

12:15 Rebound After Oral Steroids & Skin Reaction

14:05 Family Eczema Burden

18:03 Dupixent Discussion

20:56 Pediatric Dermatologist, Referrals, Insurance

22:39 First Dupixent Injection, Nutella Allergy

25:55 Changes After Dupixent

27:40 Obstacle Course Bluey

28:22 Insurance Stops Covering Dupixent

31:48 Letter to Insurance

34:04 Insurance Manager Apologized

34:46 Ben's Life Now

35:12 Aron Regimen

35:33 Conjunctivitis

39:03 Ben's Written Story

40:30 Words of Wisdom

43:07 In Good vs. Evil, Good Wins

43:55 Thank you and Closing

Keywords

eczema, ARFID, Autism, ADHD, Dupixent, pediatric dermatology, insurance challenges, childhood eczema, eczema treatment, eczema advocacy, eczema management

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult your physician regarding your health.