Individual donor strains do not show link between fecal microbe transplantation and successful melanoma immunotherapy

by Jeff Hansen,University of Alabama at BirminghamWSS scores from FMT with single donor-recipient pairs.Using the data from Davar et al., the WSS scores were determined by comparing the do

Updated on: June 17,2024 7

Individual donor strains do not show link between fecal microbe transplantation and successful melanoma immunotherapy

by Jeff Hansen,University of Alabama at BirminghamWSS scores from FMT with single donor-recipient pairs.Using the data from Davar et al., the WSS scores were determined by comparing the do

Updated on:June 17,2024 7

Common skin cancer can signal increased risk of other cancers, researchers say

by Stanford University Medical CenterHuman skin structure. Credit: WikipediaPeople who develop abnormally frequent cases of a skin cancer known as basal cell carcinoma appear to be at significant

Updated on: June 06,2024 5

Common skin cancer can signal increased risk of other cancers, researchers say

by Stanford University Medical CenterHuman skin structure. Credit: WikipediaPeople who develop abnormally frequent cases of a skin cancer known as basal cell carcinoma appear to be at significant

Updated on:June 06,2024 5

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