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Breathing Dirty Air Might Raise Eczema Risks
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- November 15, 2024
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Cases of the autoimmune skin condition eczema appear to rise in areas most plagued by air pollution, new research shows.
Since data has long sho...
Doctors Report First U.S. Cases of Sexually Transmitted Ringworm Rash
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- October 31, 2024
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Doctors in New York City are describing the first known U.S. cases of sexually transmitted ringworm, which can cause a nasty rash that can take months to bring under control.
Despite the name, ringworm isn't any kind of worm but instead is a fungus, Trichophyton ment...
Eczema Could Be Linked to Poorer Leg Artery Function
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 22, 2024
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The skin condition eczema appears to be linked to a serious condition that can end in leg amputation, a new study finds.
People with eczema are at significantly higher risk of developing peripheral vascular disease, researchers reported recently in the journal
Common Acne Drug Might Become Carcinogenic at Room Temperature
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 9, 2024
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Widely-used acne creams can become contaminated with a known carcinogen even if kept at room temperature, a new study warns.
Creams containing benzoyl per...
Science Finds Link Between Excessive Sweating, Sensitive Skin
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- October 3, 2024
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If you sweat excessively, you're likely to have sensitive skin as well, with new research confirming the two go hand-in-hand.
A team led by Adam Friedman of George Washington University and
Obese Kids May Face Higher Odds for Eczema, Psoriasis
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 21, 2024
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Obese kids are more likely to develop immune-based skin problems like eczema or psoriasis, a new study says.
Analysis of more than 2.1 million Korean chi...
How Common Drugs, Lotions Can Worsen Sunlight's Harm to Your Skin
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- August 10, 2024
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Most folks know that a good sunscreen can guard against the sun's harmful rays, but many might not realize that some medications and creams can undo some of that protection.
“There are multiple reasons we should be mindful of excessive sun exposure aside from skin ...
FDA Warns of Danger From At-Home Chemical Peels
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- August 1, 2024
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Don't use a chemical peel to help rejuvenate your skin unless it's done under the supervision of a trained professional, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has advised.
"FDA is warning consumers not to purchase or use certain chemical peel skin products without appro...
High-Salt Diets Might Raise Eczema Risk
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- June 5, 2024
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Doctors already warn folks off salt due to its heart risks, but new research suggests sodium isn't helping your skin either.
Researchers found that as daily salt intake rose, so did the od...
Parents' Vaping Might Help Spur Eczema in Kids
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- May 23, 2024
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A mom or dad who vapes at home might be setting their child up for eczema, new research suggests.
In a study involving data from over 35,000 U.S. households, children with a parent who used e-cigarettes had a 24% higher odds for
Could a Low-Cal Keto Diet Help Ease Acne?
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- May 15, 2024
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In a small pilot study, some young women looking to lose weight on a low-calorie keto diet got an unexpected benefit: Their acne began to clear up.
"These findings represent an opportunity to control a skin disease that affects most teenagers and many adults at some poin...
Kids With Common Skin Conditions Face Stigma, Bullying
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- April 24, 2024
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Acne, psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo, alopecia: Any one of these common skin ailments can render a child vulnerable to stigma and bullying at school, new research confirms.
"These chronic skin conditions can be tremendously life-altering, including shaping psychosocial deve...
Mouse Study Yields Clues to Why Psoriasis Worsens
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- March 25, 2024
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Australian researchers say they have identified a gene mutation that causes the skin disease psoriasis.
A chronic inflammatory condition, psoriasis causes red, scaly, itchy patches on the skin. Some patients also develop psoriatic arthritis, a condition marked by joint p...
Dermatologists' Group Offers Latest Guidance on Acne
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- February 2, 2024
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It might take a combination of treatments to rein in problem acne in teens and adults, updated guidelines from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) suggest.
The guidelines on the all-too-commo...
Do You Need to See a Doctor for That Rash?
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- January 27, 2024
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When should you worry about a rash?
Rashes may look alike, but while over-the-counter medications can treat some rashes, others can signal a more serious condition, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) says.
"It is important to watch your symptoms closely at t...
Mom's Opioid Use in Pregnancy Raises Child's Asthma, Eczema Risk
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 18, 2024
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Fetal exposure to opioids may change a baby's immune system, triggering a rise in risks for eczema and asthma through early childhood, new research shows.
Children born to women who used opioids during pregnancy had much higher rates of eczema, as well as conditions such...
Skin Conditions Flare Up When Wildfires Nearby
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 26, 2023
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The smoke billowing from this summer's devastating wildfires wasn't just bad for your lungs.
Skin problems also seem to worsen, with dermatology visits rising as air quality deteriorates, a new study<...
Unapproved 'Fat-Dissolving' Injections Are Leaving Patients Maimed, FDA Warns
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 22, 2023
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People are being maimed by unauthorized fat-dissolving injections meant to tighten up double chins and dissipate flab along the arms, thighs and stomach, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns.
The shots are supposed to break down fat cells and reduce fat deposits i...
Scent of a Woman's Tears Could Lower Anger Levels in Men
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 22, 2023
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A man becoming incredibly uncomfortable when a woman starts crying -- to the point he'll do anything to make her stop -- is a reliable old chestnut in TV and movies.
But there appears to be a biochemical truth to that cliché, a new study reports.
Women's tears c...
Acne in Adults Can Bring Stigma at Work and Socially
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 7, 2023
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Acne can be terribly embarrassing for a teenager, but a new study has found that adults' blemishes might have even greater consequences for their social and professional reputation.
People are less likely to want to be friends, have close contact or post a pic on social ...
Derm Dangers: Avoid These 5 Unhealthy Skin Care Trends
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 15, 2023
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Social media platforms are spouting a steady stream of unsafe skin care trends, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.
This is National Healthy Skin Month, and board-certified dermatologists are putting a spotlight on five unsafe practices you might come acros...
Eczema Takes Big Toll on Mental Health, Survey Finds
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 9, 2023
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Eczema can be a burden on the mind as well the body, a new survey shows.
People with eczema are more likely to experience depression and anxiety, and it worsens when additional allergic symptoms occur, according to a study to be presented Thursday at the American College...
Sharks' Amazing Ability to Heal From Wounds Might Help Humans
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- November 8, 2023
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Forget "Jaws": The remarkable wound-healing power of shark skin could end up helping humans, new research claims.
Shark skin is coated with a special film of mucus that more closely resembles mucus generated by people than that generated by other types of fish, noted res...
Women With Acne Bear Another Burden: Stigma
- Sarah D. Collins HealthDay Reporter
- October 12, 2023
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Adult acne can significantly change how women are perceived in social settings, a new study finds.
And where the acne is located on the face changes the onlooker's perception.
Researchers tracked eye movements of 245 study participants looking at pictures of women...
Scientists Produce 'Bioprinted' Human Skin for Wound Healing
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 5, 2023
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People recovering from wounds or severe burns might one day be treated with fully functional "bioprinted"skin created in a lab, a new study suggests.
Researchers say they "printed"skin samples containing all six major human cell types found in skin.
The result was ...
Melasma: New Dark Patches or Freckling -- A Dermatologist Offers Tips on Dealing With It
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 16, 2023
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Dark patches or freckle-like spots on the face are melasma, and it's possible both to prevent them and make them less noticeable, according to a skin expert.
Dr. Rebecca Kazin, a Rockville, ...
One Drug Clear Winner in Treating Acne: Review
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- July 31, 2023
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Millions of people live with acne, and it can take a dramatic toll on their quality of life, but is any one treatment better than the rest?
Yes, suggests a new review of more than 200 studies. When researchers compared acne treatments, a clear winner emerged: oral i...
Vitamin D Might Ease the Agony of Psoriasis
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 25, 2023
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People who have psoriasis may want to get their vitamin D levels checked.
New research suggests that blood levels of the so-called "sunshine vitamin" may affect the severity of their condition. In psoriasis, skin cells build up and form dry, itchy, sometimes painful patc...
FDA Warns Against Using Bogus Treatments for Skin Condition Molluscum
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 5, 2023
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It's tempting to treat little skin bumps on your own, but that delays proper diagnosis and treatment that may work better, federal regulators cautioned.
Among the many types of skin conditions a person can contract are a virus called molluscum, which look like white, pin...
U.S. Nursing Homes Fail to Report Many Serious Falls, Bedsores: Study
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- May 25, 2023
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A federal website intended to help people choose a nursing home not only contains inaccurate information, but those inaccuracies appear to be at least partially driven by race, a new study reports.
The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) established the...
Cases of Drug-Resistant Fungal Ringworm Spotted in New York City
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- May 11, 2023
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The first U.S. cases of drug-resistant ringworm infection have been reported in New York City.
The cases of two women with highly contagious skin infections caused by Trichophyton indotineae are reported in the May 12 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Contro...
Latex Allergy: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
- Ann Schreiber HealthDay Reporter
- May 9, 2023
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Having a latex allergy is no fun, but it can be a real challenge for health professionals who have to work with a wide variety of medical equipment that can contain the allergen.
Latex allergy can trigger a range of symptoms, from itchy hives and rashes to life-threateni...
New Hope Against Painful Skin Issues Caused by Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- May 8, 2023
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When Ann Alexander underwent chemotherapy to treat breast cancer a decade ago, she was warned about potential hair loss, nausea and vomiting.
The 73-year-old wasn't, however, told about the potential side effects of radiation therapy, namely acute radiation dermatitis. S...
Melanoma: What It Is, Causes, Types, Symptoms & Treatments
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- May 2, 2023
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Of all the skin cancers, melanoma is the one that scares doctors and patients the most.
Luckily, there are now several options for treatment should you be diagnosed with this aggressive, sometimes deadly, cancer.
Melanoma affects over 1 million Americans, and its ...
Skin Issues Can Be First Sign of Rheumatological Illnesses
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- April 25, 2023
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Skin conditions may be the first sign that a person has a rheumatic disease that will also affect the joints, muscles or ligaments.
It's essential to know what to look for, said ...
New Drug May Treat Rare Diseases That Make Exposure to Sunlight Painful
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- April 13, 2023
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It sounds like the stuff of a vampire novel, but for people with a group of rare genetic disorders, exposure to sunlight can cause excruciating pain.
Now, an experimental medication is showing promise for helping them better tolerate the light of day.
In an early ...
Stress Rash: What Is It and How to Treat It
- Sue Benzuly, RN HealthDay Reporter
- April 5, 2023
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We know that stress can take a toll on the body, but many may not realize it can produce a rash.
"Stress can increase the level of the hormone cortisol, increasing inflammation in your body, which can lead to hives, acne, eczema, and hair loss, among other symptoms," de...
FDA Approves Drug for Cats With Allergic Skin Disease
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 31, 2023
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Cats constantly licking and chewing because of a skin condition called feline allergic dermatitis may benefit from a new generic treatment approved by the
New Drug Could Be Treatment Option for People With Eczema
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 20, 2023
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Patients could soon have access to a new injectable drug to treat atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema.
The drug, lebrikizumab, proved effective in teenagers and adults in two clinical trials just published in the
How Metal Implants Could Mess Up Your Skin
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 17, 2023
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Many patients worry that receiving a metal implant might set off their metal allergy, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.
"Cases in which patients are inquiring about a metal allergy as it relates to their metal implants -- including joint replacements, rod...
An Alzheimer's Drug Might Ease Hair-Pulling Disorder
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 28, 2023
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TUESDAY, Feb. 28, 2023 (HealthDay Now) -- A long-established Alzheimer's drug can help people with a disorder that causes them to compulsively pull at their hair or pick at their skin, a new clinical trial has concluded.
Memantine considerably improved symptoms in 3 out ...
Laser Treatment Might Help Prevent Common Forms of Skin Cancer
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- January 24, 2023
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A cosmetic laser treatment that promises to erase wrinkles, scars, age spots and sun damage may also prevent the return of some skin cancers, a new, small study suggests.
Researchers found that in patients who had basal or squamous cell skin cancers, nonablative fractio...
Gene Therapy Gel Offers New Hope Against Rare Blistering Disease
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- December 15, 2022
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An experimental gene therapy that's applied as a skin gel appears to heal wounds caused by a rare and severe genetic skin disease.
Experts called the findings "remarkable," and said they bring hope of a better quality of life to children and young adults living with the ...
New Drug Might Be Advance Against Eczema
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- December 14, 2022
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An experimental drug may one day be a cure for eczema, a new trial suggests.
The drug, rocatinlimab, is a monoclonal antibody that researchers found prevented the recurrence of the symptoms of the skin condition for up to 20 weeks after treatment was stopped.
Topical Cream May Restore Skin Pigmentation in People With Vitiligo
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- October 24, 2022
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For the millions of people who live with vitiligo, a disease that robs the skin of its natural color, a newly approved cream called ruxolitinib (Opzelura) is quickly becoming a game changer...
Drug Shows Promise Against Autoimmune Disease Scleroderma
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 10, 2022
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Researchers report early success with using an existing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) drug to treat systemic sclerosis, a rare but potentially devastating autoimmune condition.
Th...
'Life Changing': New Drug Eases Severe Eczema in Young Kids
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- September 20, 2022
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Sonia Dhaliwal knows exactly how bad childhood eczema can get.
That's because her young daughter, Ariah Khan, has struggled with a severe case of the skin condition ever since she was a ba...
Dogs Have Died After Licking a Common Chemotherapy Cream, FDA Warns
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 9, 2022
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Your dog may like to lick your hand or face, but if you're using a chemotherapy cream that treats certain skin conditions, you should not allow it, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advises.
Microneedling Can Help Surgical Scars Fade, Especially If Done Early
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- September 7, 2022
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A technique called microneedling may help surgical scars heal more attractively -- especially if it's done within a couple of months of surgery, a small study suggests.
Researchers found ...
A Dermatologist on Recognizing the Monkeypox Rash
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 1, 2022
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Anyone who gets a new, unexplained skin rash should call their doctor and get medical care in case it's monkeypox, public health officials advise.
How can you tell when it is time to...