Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Oxidative stress tied to early-onset androgenetic alopecia

(HealthDay)—Younger patients with early-onset androgenetic alopecia (AGA) have increased oxidative stress, according to a study published online Dec. 16 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

Surgery

New tool guides patient-centric aesthetic consultation

(HealthDay)—A new patient assessment tool can guide clinicians to help ensure consistency in the quality of patient assessment and consultation in those seeking minimally invasive facial cosmetic procedures, according to ...

Health

Incidence of hair removal-linked injuries up from 1991 to 2013

(HealthDay)—From 1991 to 2013 there was an increase in the incidence of hair removal-related injuries, with incidence varying with age, according to a study published online Sept. 5 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Platelet-rich plasma injection reduces facial wrinkles

(HealthDay)—Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) intradermal injection can reduce wrinkles, especially wrinkles of the nasolabial folds (NLFs), according to a study published online July 29 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Glove-related hand urticaria may be rising in health care workers

(HealthDay)—Health care workers are at high risk of glove-related hand urticaria, an occupational issue that may be increasing, according to a research letter published online Nov. 27 in the British Journal of Dermatology.

Oncology & Cancer

Check yourself for signs of skin cancer, doctors advise

(HealthDay)—Many busy parents take the time to slather sunscreen on their children before heading outdoors, but they may neglect to protect their own skin. Dermatologists caution that skin cancer can affect anyone—even ...

Oncology & Cancer

Two cases of SCC described after ingenol mebutate gel application

(HealthDay)—Two cases of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) have been described, with rapid onset after application of ingenol mebutate gel for treatment of actinic keratosis (AK). The report was published online July 31 in ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Self-reported eczema valid for detecting atopic dermatitis

(HealthDay)—Self- and caregiver-reported history of eczema is valid for identifying atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a study published online July 17 in the British Journal of Dermatology.

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