The chances of a child developing eczema in the first 11 years of their life were reduced by half when lactobacillus rhamnosus (HN001) was given to pregnant women throughout the late stage of their pregnancy and into the breast-feeding stage, and then given to children for two years Pediatric Allergy and Immunology (Aug. 2018).
Acne: Genetic factors related to pore and hair follicle size may contribute to severity
A study published in the journal Nature Communications (Dec. 12, 2018) looked at the DNA of approximately 27,000 individuals including 3,823 with severe acne to examine a number of inheritable risk factors that could result in a higher likelihood of acne. Twelve new genetic regions were identified in the study, increasing the number of specific genetic regions associated with acne to 15.
Indoor tanning more likely in young women influenced by social media
Influence from friends and social media may cause young women to ignore the risks of indoor tanning, according to a new study published in the Journal of American College Health (Nov. 28, 2018).
Seasonal changes in skin lipids may worsen acne in winter
During the winter months, ceramides in the stratum corneum of acne skin are found to be lowered. This coincides with an increase in transepidermal water loss that is more often found in acne-prone skin compared to healthy skin. These lower levels of ceramides partly resolve in the summer months, according to a study published in the journal Experimental Dermatology (Aug. 2018; 27(8):833-836).
Gender and aged-based modifications in psoriasis treatments may be needed
A Switzerland-based study found that patients of different genders and age groups have varying priorities when it comes to their psoriasis treatments. For younger patients, appearance in social situations was a major motivating factor in seeking treatment for psoriasis. For older patients, improved sleep quality was a more important treatment outcome. These different goals need to be considered when creating treatment plans for patients.
Caffeine consumption linked to decreased rosacea symptoms
A study on nearly 5,000 patients found that women who consumed four or more cups of coffee per day had a lower incidence of rosacea symptoms. Interestingly, caffeine intake from other foods such as tea, soda, and chocolate did not have the same effect.
Telemedicine may be as effective as in-person therapy for psoriasis
Researchers studied 300 patients who were randomly selected for either online care or in-person care and observed the improvement of their symptoms over a 12 month period.
Sweat sensors applied to skin may help eczema patients
Wearable skin sensors that can analyze a person’s sweat may allow doctors to gauge whether a certain type of antibody treatment will be effective for eczema patients.
New app for diagnosing skin conditions
A telemedicine company called VSee has just launched an AI program that can diagnose dermatologic conditions by scanning a database of skin disease images.
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