Patients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) who report feelings of stigmatization from their condition had worse quality of life (QOL) and higher levels of depression, according to a new study.
Black HS patients experience worse outcomes than White patients
According to a new study, Black hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) patients are more likely to experience greater disease severity, hospitalizations, emergency department visits and surgeries than White patients.
Monkeypox infection may increase risk of cellulitis, new study shows
Researchers evaluated two cases of monkeypox infection where patients were also diagnosed with a deep skin bacterial infection. Investigators believe the progression of skin lesions with ulceration may be an entry point for bacteria, according to the study.
New study suggests many pre-invasive melanoma may not be harmful
According to a new study, many pre-invasive melanoma or melanoma in situ may not be harmful or require treatment and are overly diagnosed.
Researchers identify molecular factors in melanoma gene mutation
A new study has revealed molecular information of a gene mutation linked to between 15 and 20% of all melanomas that may lead to new treatments and prevention strategies.
Rosacea patients have increased likelihood of sensorineural hearing loss, according to study
Rosacea patients are more likely to experience high frequency sensorineural hearing loss according to a recent study.
Researchers use mussel adhesive protein for scarless skin grafts
Researchers have developed a bioadhesive based on mussel adhesive protein to help wounds heal with minimal scarring. The adhesive assists skin transplantation in healing the skin without the use of sutures.
University of Toronto establishes Chair in Ethnodermatology position
The University of Toronto has just established the AbbVie Chair in Ethnodermatology, one of the first positions of its kind, to support diversity in dermatology training, research and care, according to a press release.
Risankizumab worsened symptoms in patients with severe asthma, new study finds
A new study tested risankizumab, approved for the treatment of psoriasis, in patients with severe asthma and found it worsened their asthma symptoms.
Research finds that movement of skin stem cells linked to skin regeneration
Researchers have found that skin regeneration is associated with the ability of skin stem cells to move toward the injury.
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