TLDR Lifestyle changes can improve skin health and reduce disease symptoms.
The document discusses the significant impact of lifestyle factors on skin health and the progression of various dermatological diseases such as psoriasis, acne, atopic dermatitis, hidradenitis suppurativa, rosacea, vitiligo, skin aging, and skin cancer. While lifestyle disturbances do not directly cause these conditions, they can exacerbate symptoms. Additionally, the influence of social media on beauty trends, body image, and self-esteem is highlighted. The document also emphasizes the role of sexual relationships in the development and spread of STDs, noting that environmental factors, stress, nutrition, poor sleep, and infectious agents are often overlooked in their contribution to skin and sexually transmitted diseases.
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March 2022 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” Obesity is linked to various skin conditions and issues, and losing weight can improve these conditions.
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March 2016 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Children with atopic dermatitis often have sleep problems due to itching and may benefit from melatonin, which helps with sleep and skin symptoms.
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February 2018 in “Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome” Some skin conditions may indicate metabolic syndrome, which could help with early detection and management of related health issues.
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November 2018 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” In Brazil in 2018, the most common skin issues were acne, photoaging, and nonmelanoma skin cancer, with treatments often including topical medications and sunscreen.
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September 2016 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” The sebaceous gland has more roles than just producing sebum and contributing to acne, and new research could lead to better skin disease treatments.
The ketogenic diet might improve certain skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
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March 2022 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” About 43% of people in Europe have had a skin condition in the past year, with fungal infections, acne, and eczema being the most common.
