research Updates from the British Association of Dermatologists 91st Annual Meeting, 5-7 July 2011, London, UK
New treatments and management strategies for skin conditions like melanoma and Spitz naevi were discussed at the dermatologists' meeting.
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research Medical Practice: Therapy and Adverse Reactions
Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, but it improves after stopping the drug. The glycoprotein D vaccine works against genital herpes in some women, and the HPV-16 vaccine reduces HPV-16 infection and related diseases. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. A cream called imiquimod effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Iron supplements don't necessarily help with chronic hair loss in women.
research Bullous/Mucous Membrane
High blood pressure drugs often cause skin lupus, stopping the drug usually helps. A vaccine helps prevent genital herpes and HPV-16. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. No link was found between low iron and chronic hair loss.
research Immunology
Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, early treatment is key for baby herpes and diabetic foot ulcers, a certain vaccine works against genital herpes and HPV in women, more frequent light therapy helps psoriasis, smoking and drinking can worsen psoriasis, a cream clears up a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't cause chronic hair loss.
research HIV, Fungal, and Infectious Diseases
The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.
research The Clinical Patterns of Vitiligo: Hospital-Based Study in Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia
Most vitiligo patients in Makkah are young women, often with family history and thyroid issues.
research Home-Based Devices in Dermatology: A Systematic Review of Safety and Efficacy
Home-based skin care devices are generally safe and effective for hair removal, promoting hair growth, treating wrinkles and acne, but results for psoriasis treatment are mixed.
research Comparative Evaluation of Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide Injection, Narrow Band Ultraviolet B, and Their Combination in Alopecia Areata
Intralesional steroids are more effective for hair regrowth in alopecia areata than NBUVB, but combining them doesn't improve results.
research Phosphodiesterase (PDE) Inhibitors for the Treatment of Inflammatory Skin Conditions
PDE inhibitors, especially PDE4 inhibitors like apremilast, are effective for certain inflammatory skin conditions but have side effects and can be costly.
research Hairy Math: Addition of Wnt-3a to Multiply Bulge Cells
Wnt-3a helps grow more skin stem cells, which could lead to new hair loss treatments.
research RASopathic Alopecia: Hair Changes Associated with Vemurafenib Therapy
Vemurafenib therapy can cause hair loss, but clobetasol propionate foam can help regrow hair.
research Expression and Functional Relevance of Melatonin Receptors in Hair Follicle Biology
Melatonin receptors in hair follicles help regulate hair growth and could treat hair loss.
research A Case of Tofacitinib for the Treatment of Resistant Vitiligo and Sustained Repigmentation After Discontinuation
A woman's vitiligo improved with tofacitinib treatment, and her skin color remained even after stopping the medication, but there are concerns about cancer risk.
research Imaging of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticle Penetration in Human Skin In Vitro and In Vivo
Zinc oxide nanoparticles in sunscreen do not penetrate deep into the skin.
research Physiological Doses of Red Light Induce IL-4 Release in Cocultures Between Human Keratinocytes and Immune Cells
Red light at 627 nm can safely trigger IL-4 release in skin cells, potentially helping treat inflammatory skin conditions.
research Dermatoses of Pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.
research Targeting the Janus Kinase Family in Autoimmune Skin Diseases
Janus kinase inhibitors are promising treatments for autoimmune skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis.
research Review of Applications of Microneedling in Dermatology
Microneedling is promising for treating various skin issues but needs more research to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
research Understanding Autoimmunity of Vitiligo and Alopecia Areata
Both vitiligo and alopecia areata involve an immune response triggered by stress and specific genes, with treatments targeting this pathway showing potential.
research Skin Diseases Associated With Atopic Dermatitis
People with atopic dermatitis are more likely to develop other skin conditions due to shared genetics and immune pathways.
research Apremilast Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis and Other Chronic Eczematous Dermatoses
Apremilast improved symptoms in patients with severe skin conditions.
research Off-Label Uses of Topical Vitamin D in Dermatology: A Systematic Review
Topical vitamin D is useful for some skin conditions but not effective for others, and more research is needed.
research Consensus on the Use of Oral Isotretinoin in Dermatology - Brazilian Society of Dermatology
The Brazilian Society of Dermatology agrees that oral isotretinoin is effective for acne and other skin conditions, and it's safe when monitored, but more research is needed on dosing and duration.
research Evaluation of the Efficacy of Transdermal Drug Delivery of Calcipotriol Plus Betamethasone Versus Tacrolimus in the Treatment of Vitiligo
Calcipotriol plus betamethasone with microneedling works better than tacrolimus for treating vitiligo.
research Lessons Learned from the First Decade of Laser-Assisted Drug Delivery
Laser-assisted drug delivery has shown improved treatment outcomes for skin conditions and has potential to reduce side effects and treatment time.
research The Effects of Narrowbands of Visible Light Upon Some Skin Disorders: A Review
Visible light can improve skin disorders and hair loss, but more research is needed to understand long-term effects.
research Antroquinonol Exerts Immunosuppressive Effect on CD8+ T Cell Proliferation and Activation to Resist Depigmentation Induced by H2O2
Antroquinonol may help prevent skin depigmentation by suppressing certain immune cells.
research Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors and Prostaglandin Analogues in Dermatology: A Comprehensive Review
Certain drugs are effective for skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo, and hair loss.
research Alopecia Areata: Good Response to Treatment with Fractional Laser in 5 Cases
Fractional laser treatment helped hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata.
research Herbal Treatment for Dermatologic Disorders
Some herbal treatments are effective for skin disorders, but more research and regulation are needed.