Hidradenitis Suppurativa Responds Quickly to Novel BTK Inhibitor
(MedPage Today) -- SAN DIEGO -- An investigational Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor significantly improved hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) disease status in a randomized, placebo-controlled trial reported here.
More than 70% of patients... (Source: MedPage Today Dermatology)
Source: MedPage Today Dermatology - March 11, 2024 Category: Dermatology Source Type: news
Embryo Technology Might Lead to Children With Genes From Two Men
MONDAY, March 11, 2024 -- New technology might soon allow men in same-sex relationships to have a child genetically related to both dads, researchers say.The technology uses skin cells from one person to alter the genetics of a donated egg,... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - March 11, 2024 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Collagen-rich foods to add to your diet which can help boost your skin and gut health
There has been a 123% increase in Google searches for 'collagen-rich foods' over the past month. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 11, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Does breast radiation therapy raise risk of skin cancer?
Radiation therapy for breast cancer treatment leads to an increased risk of skin cancer, according to research published March 8 in JAMA Network Open.
A team led by Shawheen Rezaei from Stanford University found that the risk of non-keratinocyte skin cancer diagnosis such as melanoma and hemangiosarcoma after breast cancer treatment with radiation was more than 50% higher.
“Although occurrences of non-keratinocyte skin cancers are rare, physicians should be aware of this elevated risk to help inform follow-up care,” the Rezaei team wrote.
While breast cancer treatment strategies have improved over the decades, survi...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - March 11, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Amerigo Allegretto Tags: Subspecialties Womens Imaging Breast Breast Imaging Source Type: news
Anti-IL-17, Anti-IL-23 Rxs Show Sustained Psoriasis Control Anti-IL-17, Anti-IL-23 Rxs Show Sustained Psoriasis Control
Both an approved anti-IL-17 therapy and an experimental oral anti-IL-23 therapy appeared to achieve relatively undiminished rates of psoriasis control in extension studies.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines - March 11, 2024 Category: Dermatology Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
Home- and Office-Based Phototherapy for Psoriasis Compared Home- and Office-Based Phototherapy for Psoriasis Compared
The multicenter LITE trial included 783 patients at 42 sites in the United States.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - March 10, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
During Pregnancy, Many Drugs Safe for Skin Infections During Pregnancy, Many Drugs Safe for Skin Infections
Several drugs should be avoided or used with caution because of potential risks during pregnancy, a dermatologist told colleagues.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines - March 10, 2024 Category: Dermatology Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
Artificial skin? We made it
Material scientist Anna Maria Coclite unveils "smart skin" — artificial skin technology that responds to touch, temperature and humidity like your very own. (It's actually even more sensitive than human skin!) From helping burn victims to paving the way to smarter, safer humanoid robots, Coclite…#annamariacoclite (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - March 10, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
New NCCN Melanoma Guidelines Capture Evolving Best Practice New NCCN Melanoma Guidelines Capture Evolving Best Practice
NCCN guidelines for cutaneous melanoma, issued in February, capture evolving data for both diagnosis and treatment, diverging incrementally from 2019 AAD guidelines.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Internal Medicine Headlines)
Source: Medscape Internal Medicine Headlines - March 9, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
Novel Drug Shows Promise for Hidradenitis Suppurativa Novel Drug Shows Promise for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
The findings suggest that Bruton ' s tyrosine kinase inhibition may emerge as a promising therapeutic intervention in HS.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - March 9, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
Ulta ’s Semi-Annual Beauty Event is happening now
Ulta’s Semi-Annual Beauty Event is here. Starting today, you can save 50% across all beauty categories, including skin care, hair care and more. The event (formerly known as the 21 Days of Beauty) lasts 20 days and will end on March 28. Sales change daily, so each week, we will highlight the best…#ulta #olaplex #peachlily #korean #iconiclondon #highlightpalette #aquabomb #belif #buckthornberry #kopari (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - March 9, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Women In Pharmaceuticals: Woman-Owned Lavior is Bringing Affordable, Natural Solutions to Those Living With Diabetes
Lavior Pharma, WBENC Certified, led by co-founder Anabelle Savion, is a game-changer in developing diabetic skin treatments. MIAMI, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lavior Pharma, co-founded by Anabelle Savion, announced its recent WBENC Certification as a women-owned business. A... (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - March 9, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: WOM PDT Source Type: news
Flexibility Advised for Patients With Personality Disorders Flexibility Advised for Patients With Personality Disorders
Up to 15% of the general population is affected by a personality disorder, according to dermatologist, Mio Nakamura, MD.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - March 9, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
Anti-DEI Petition Sparks Conflict at Nat'l Derm Meeting Anti-DEI Petition Sparks Conflict at Nat'l Derm Meeting
A controversial proposal to end the American Academy of Dermatology diversity programs will be considered at the group ' s annual meeting starting today.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines - March 8, 2024 Category: Dermatology Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
Scientists move step closer to making IVF eggs from skin cells
Procedure could overcome common forms of infertility and help people have children who share their DNAScientists are a step closer to making IVF eggs from patients ’ skin cells after adapting the procedure that created Dolly the sheep, the first cloned mammal, more than two decades ago.The work raises the prospect of older women being able to have children who share their DNA, and to overcome common forms of infertility caused by a woman ’s eggs becoming damaged by disease or cancer treatment.Continue reading... (Source: Guardian Unlimited Science)
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - March 8, 2024 Category: Science Authors: Ian Sample Science editor Tags: IVF Medical research Science Health Fertility problems Genetics Embryos Biology World news Source Type: news
