Necrotizing Fasciitis Treatment And Bacterial Isolates Mortality Risk Necrotizing fasciitis, although rare, is a highly concerning and progressive medical condition. Its rarity doesn't diminish its potential to become life-threatening due to the systemic toxicity it can unleash on the body. This condition is primarily characterized by a fast-spreading infection within the
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Acellular Dermal Matrix (ADM) For Burn and Trauma Wounds
Acellular Dermal Matrix (ADM) For Burn and Trauma Wounds In full-thickness skin defects, involving the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, skin grafting is a common method for repair. Traditional grafting involves cutting the patient's own skin for transplantation, with variations like ultra-thin split-thickness, medium-thickness, and full-thickness grafts depending on skin thickness
Psoriasis Risk In Children With High BMI
Psoriasis Risk In Children With High BMI Overview This study aimed to investigate the potential association between childhood body mass index (BMI) and the risk of psoriasis. Using publicly available summary statistics from genome-wide association studies (GWAS) that focused on childhood BMI in individuals of European descent (n=39,620), the researchers conducted a
Blue Light Therapy For Melasma Patients
Blue Light Therapy For Melasma Patients Melasma, a common skin pigmentation condition, presents as distinctive brown spots on the face, notably affecting individuals with darker skin tones. Although the exact causes remain elusive, factors such as solar radiation, genetics, and hormonal fluctuations are believed to play pivotal roles. Solar radiation, including
Skin Lightening: Topical Approaches To Treatment
Skin Lightening: Topical Approaches To Treatment Overview The recent removal of hydroquinone from over-the-counter skin lightening products has created a demand for modern formulations that effectively address skin pigmentation issues. A successful skin lightening formulation should be non-irritating to prevent post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, penetrate effectively to reach the epidermal/dermal junction, incorporate anti-inflammatory ingredients,
Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria: Studying Age-Specific Therapies
Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria: Studying Age-Specific Therapies Overview Chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) presents differently in pediatric and adult populations. A retrospective analysis of 751 CSU patients (162 pediatrics and 589 adults) revealed shorter disease duration and lower angioedema rates in pediatric cases. Adults showed higher prevalence of anti-thyroid peroxidase positivity, elevated CRP, eosinopenia,
Melanoma Diagnosis Without Biopsy
Melanoma Diagnosis Without Biopsy Overview Alternatives to photographic surveillance in the diagnosis of melanoma are increasingly used in dermatology practice. Traditional surveillance is done in place of photographic surveillance in the diagnosis of melanoma. This retrospective study featured melanomas which were diagnosed by three different dermatologists who have had private practice of over
What to Use: Chemical or Natural Sunscreens?
Patient Education This article is tailored for patients. Refer your patients to this article for them to learn more about their condition. What to Use: Chemical or Natural Sunscreens? Whether you’re going surfing or simply going on your commute to work, putting on sunscreen is a must. Sunscreens not only protects your
Mental Health Screening in Psoriatic Arthritis Patients
Mental Health Screening in Psoriatic Arthritis Patients Studies have shown that psoriatic arthritis (PsA) does increase the psychological burden of psoriasis, however, there isn’t enough data about how it affects a person’s overall mental health. Psoriasis patients with comorbid psoriatic arthritis (PsA) are a subpopulation with distinct clinical needs and putatively
Your wellness Reflects on your skin
Patient Education This article is tailored for patients. Refer your patients to this article for them to learn more about their condition. Your wellness Reflects on your skin It’s a common misconception that skin care starts with the skin. When people have breakouts, blemishes, and more, they fail to see that their
