In a study of 552 adults aged 70 to 93 years old, 80% of participants…
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Dermatology is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of skin, hair, and nail disorders. This specialty encompasses a wide range of conditions, from common ailments like acne and eczema to serious diseases such as melanoma and other skin cancers. Dermatologists employ various techniques and tools, including biopsies, dermoscopy, and laser therapy, to manage these conditions effectively. They also address cosmetic issues, offering treatments that enhance skin appearance, such as botox, fillers, and chemical peels. The field requires a deep understanding of the complex interplay between skin health and overall well-being, as the skin often reflects underlying systemic diseases. Dermatologists play a crucial role in educating patients about sun protection, skin care, and the prevention of skin diseases, making dermatology a pivotal aspect of both clinical medicine and public health.
Sarecycline, a drug approved for use in the United States in 2018, is the first…
FDA database of drug side effects indicates the benefit may hold up no matter where…
Harvard scientists find that the same cell types that cause goosebumps are responsible for controlling…
Award-winning skin infection expert offers remedies to healthcare staff, and the general public, who are…
A team of researchers in Canada have successfully trialed a new handheld 3D skin printer,…
Mountaineers and winter sports enthusiasts know the dangers of frostbite — the tissue damage that…
A new multicenter European study that assessed the burden of itch on dermatological patients’ psychological…
Adolescent acne does not always result in a pathological condition; rather, it may be a…
A new needle-free flu vaccine patch revved up the immune system much like a traditional…
Anyone who has gone through the stress and discomfort of raw, irritated skin knows the…
University Of California San Francisco researchers explain why some lotions do more harm than good,…
An outstanding question in dermatology that researchers have studied for decades is: How do hair…
Researchers in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have identified a…
A compound found in seaweed could protect human skin from the damaging impact of the…
Researchers reveal that regulatory T cells, a type of immune cell generally associated with controlling…
New research from Yale University has identified a genetic mutation responsible for the defects that…
A new study from Yale University reveals that a topical formulation of an oral medication…