Metformin shows promise for treating skin conditions, but more research is needed.
March 2025 in “Forum Dermatologicum” Metabolic syndrome may worsen certain skin conditions, and managing both together is important.
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April 2007 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Understanding drug effects and careful monitoring are crucial for safe and effective dermatology treatments.
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February 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Runners often face skin problems like blisters and infections, and both prevention and early treatment are important.
PRP therapy effectively treats hair loss, wrinkles, scars, ulcers, and skin pigmentation disorders.
May 2025 in “Experimental Dermatology” Triphenylphosphine oxide can increase oil production and reduce inflammation in skin cells without affecting TRPM5.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.
October 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” Microneedles improve drug delivery for skin diseases, enhancing treatment effectiveness and patient compliance.
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November 1980 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.
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December 2012 in “International journal of endocrinology and metabolism/International journal of endocrinology and metabolism.” Oral contraceptives provide various health benefits beyond birth control, including managing menstrual issues, skin conditions, pain, and reducing the risk of certain cancers.
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April 2024 in “Life” Bee venom, fig, and geranium oil can effectively treat skin conditions and are safer alternatives to some conventional drugs.
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June 2014 in “The BMJ” Pregnancy can change skin disease severity, with some conditions improving and others worsening, and treatment should balance benefits and fetal safety.
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June 2022 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Menopause significantly affects skin health and conditions.
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October 2020 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” 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.
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September 2008 in “Journal of Cellular Physiology” Blocking EGFR can cause skin inflammation by disrupting IL-1 signaling.
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July 2015 in “Journal of Essential Oil Bearing Plants” Thuja orientalis and Thuja occidentalis essential oils have medicinal properties useful for developing treatments with antimicrobial and bioactive effects.
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May 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Probiotics may help treat skin conditions like acne and eczema safely.
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April 2023 in “Skin Health and Disease” Psychological stress can worsen skin conditions like psoriasis and acne.
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February 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Polyphenols may help treat skin diseases due to their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
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April 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” H-1 antihistamines may help with various skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
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April 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hidradenitis suppurativa is likely caused by blocked hair follicles, not apocrine glands.
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Zinc is important for skin health, and supplements can help treat various skin and hair disorders, but more research is needed for conditions like psoriasis and vitiligo.
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June 2025 in “Molecules” Witch hazel is effective for skin care due to its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and healing properties.
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September 2025 in “Cosmetics” Milk thistle can protect skin from damage and aging.
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May 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” Hemp is a promising ingredient for skin products due to its healing and soothing properties.
February 2026 in “Cosmetics” Perifollicular elastolysis is poorly understood, with limited treatment options and inconsistent results.
January 2026 in “Quality in Sport” Isotretinoin can safely and effectively control acne with proper risk management and monitoring.
November 2025 in “Dermato” The skin microbiome is crucial for skin health and new treatments like probiotics can improve skin conditions.
August 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Skin diseases alter the skin's microbiome, and prebiotic treatments might help.