Melanoma risk from biologic therapy remains uncertain

(HealthDay)—Clinically important increases in melanoma risk in patients treated with biologic therapy for common inflammatory diseases cannot be ruled out based on current evidence, according to a rev

Updated on: June 01,2024 6

Melanoma risk from biologic therapy remains uncertain

(HealthDay)—Clinically important increases in melanoma risk in patients treated with biologic therapy for common inflammatory diseases cannot be ruled out based on current evidence, according to a rev

Updated on:June 01,2024 6

Adhesive hydrogel coating prevents scarring around medical implants, prolongs lifespan of such devices

by Anne Trafton,Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhen medical devices such as pacemakers are implanted in the body, they usually provoke an immune response t

Updated on: May 30,2024 0

Adhesive hydrogel coating prevents scarring around medical implants, prolongs lifespan of such devices

by Anne Trafton,Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhen medical devices such as pacemakers are implanted in the body, they usually provoke an immune response t

Updated on:May 30,2024 0

Inflammatory conditions of skin, bowel may be linked

(HealthDay)—There appears to be a link between hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a review published in the February issue of theInternational Journ

Updated on: May 28,2024 6

Inflammatory conditions of skin, bowel may be linked

(HealthDay)—There appears to be a link between hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a review published in the February issue of theInternational Journ

Updated on:May 28,2024 6

Blood levels of two markers may help determine the heart health of individuals with skin-related conditions

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, collectively known as psoriatic disease, are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease than others in the gener

Updated on: May 26,2024 4

Blood levels of two markers may help determine the heart health of individuals with skin-related conditions

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, collectively known as psoriatic disease, are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease than others in the gener

Updated on:May 26,2024 4

Mosaics of predisposition found to cause skin disease

by Kobe UniversityTo develop porokeratosis, people need two damaged copies of the gene, "two hits." One they acquire either from their parents (left) or through epigenetic silencing early in

Updated on: May 14,2024 0

Mosaics of predisposition found to cause skin disease

by Kobe UniversityTo develop porokeratosis, people need two damaged copies of the gene, "two hits." One they acquire either from their parents (left) or through epigenetic silencing early in

Updated on:May 14,2024 0

Dermatologists' group offers latest guidance on acne

by Ernie MundellIt might take a combination of treatments to rein in problem acne in teens and adults,updated guidelinesfrom the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) suggest.The work appe

Updated on: May 09,2024 6

Dermatologists' group offers latest guidance on acne

by Ernie MundellIt might take a combination of treatments to rein in problem acne in teens and adults,updated guidelinesfrom the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) suggest.The work appe

Updated on:May 09,2024 6

Hair regrowth continues to improve at 76 weeks with baricitinib for severe alopecia

by Tina BrownContinuous treatment with Eli Lilly's baricitinib in patients with severe alopecia areata demonstrates improvement in hair regrowth outcomes through 76 weeks of follow-up, according t

Updated on: April 30,2024 0

Hair regrowth continues to improve at 76 weeks with baricitinib for severe alopecia

by Tina BrownContinuous treatment with Eli Lilly's baricitinib in patients with severe alopecia areata demonstrates improvement in hair regrowth outcomes through 76 weeks of follow-up, according t

Updated on:April 30,2024 0

Lebrikizumab shows efficacy in skin-of-color patients with atopic dermatitis

by Tina BrownLebrikizumab demonstrates improvement in skin clearance and itch relief in patients with skin of color and moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, according to a study presented at the annu

Updated on: April 30,2024 0

Lebrikizumab shows efficacy in skin-of-color patients with atopic dermatitis

by Tina BrownLebrikizumab demonstrates improvement in skin clearance and itch relief in patients with skin of color and moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, according to a study presented at the annu

Updated on:April 30,2024 0

Bioactive retinol efficacious for improving signs of photoaging

by Elana GotkineStabilized bioactive retinol is efficacious for improving signs of photoaging, without causing major irritation, according to a study published in the April issue of theJournal o

Updated on: April 28,2024 0

Bioactive retinol efficacious for improving signs of photoaging

by Elana GotkineStabilized bioactive retinol is efficacious for improving signs of photoaging, without causing major irritation, according to a study published in the April issue of theJournal o

Updated on:April 28,2024 0

New research provides a molecular look at the mechanisms behind pigmentation variation

by Nathi Magubane,University of PennsylvaniaSarah Tishkoff Of the University of Pennsylvania led a collaborative team of researchers who have discovered key insights into the molecular basis of

Updated on: April 22,2024 0

New research provides a molecular look at the mechanisms behind pigmentation variation

by Nathi Magubane,University of PennsylvaniaSarah Tishkoff Of the University of Pennsylvania led a collaborative team of researchers who have discovered key insights into the molecular basis of

Updated on:April 22,2024 0

New study maps a group of rare genetic diseases for the first time

by Vibe Bregendahl Noordeloos,Aarhus UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainBehind the term ectodermal dysplasia lies a wide range of genetic disorders that can have a major impact on patients'

Updated on: April 06,2024 0

New study maps a group of rare genetic diseases for the first time

by Vibe Bregendahl Noordeloos,Aarhus UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainBehind the term ectodermal dysplasia lies a wide range of genetic disorders that can have a major impact on patients'

Updated on:April 06,2024 0

Sunscreen: Why wearing it even in winter could be a good idea

by Karl Lawrence,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSunscreen has taken center stage in many skincare routines, especially among those hoping to prevent visible signs of aging. Bu

Updated on: April 02,2024 20

Sunscreen: Why wearing it even in winter could be a good idea

by Karl Lawrence,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSunscreen has taken center stage in many skincare routines, especially among those hoping to prevent visible signs of aging. Bu

Updated on:April 02,2024 20