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The sun is our ally because it is an indirect source of vitamin D production and contributes to our psychological well-being. However, the sun is also dangerous and participates actively in the development of skin cancers, melanoma being one example. Accessorily (if it can be... READ MORE

Cosmetic Dermatology has more recently added itself to Medical Dermatology. More importantly than ever before, patient complaints, perception and desires are essential to his/her satisfaction…and in the end treatment outcome. Psychological aspects of Skin Diseases and their... READ MORE

After getting rid of skin diseases comes the problem of aging, including that of the skin.   This chapter goes through: 1. Anti-aging creams: -creams including Vitamin A derivatives, Vitamin C… -What should a good antiaging cream contain ? 2. The dangers of the Sun (Radical... READ MORE

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and serves as a strengthener of the tissues it is present in. In the Skin, collagen is located in the dermis and its meshwork is responsible for its tensile strength (and volume although to a lesser extend than hyaluronic... READ MORE

Zwei Dinge, die Sie über das Melasma (Chloasma, die Schwangerschaftsmaske) wissen sollten Die Erstbehandlung besteht aus einer äußerlichen Anwendung (zusätzlich zum Sonnenschutz): Die Verwendung von Hydrochinon-Cremes kombiniert mit Vitamin-A-Steroiden macht die Laser-Behandlung... READ MORE

Take Home Message: Kyrle’s disease is a rare skin condition (perforating dermatosis) associated with diabetes mellitus and control of glycemia (in addition to Oral Vitamin A and anti-histamines) improved the condition. (Case report from the Philippines)    ... READ MORE

Take Home Message: Misconceptions with regards to the causes of Atopic Dermatitis (AD) and touted “dangers” in its management constitute hurdles to effective management (details in the abstract). The parents of children with AD need to receive effective education.... READ MORE

Aging begins already at birth because of the oxidative process (the only way to avoid it would be to sit in a dark room and to just drink water) -Logically this should translate into sun protection for your baby immediately -Other from that, no guidelines exist to address the... READ MORE

Le psoriasis, c’est quoi ? Il s’agit d’une maladie inflammatoire de la peau. Un infiltrat de cellules immunitaires attire d’autres participants ce qui perpétue le processus inflammatoire.     Quelles sont les chances de l’avoir ? La proportion de personnes atteintes par... READ MORE

Le sommaire ci-dessous est en anglais. Pour accéder aux articles en français, cliquer sur “(français)” à la fin de chaque titre.     Clinical features Association with Atherosclerosis ? Vitiligo evolving badly: the “Confetti-like macule sign” Association with Metabolic... READ MORE