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PF-06700841, a TYK2/JAK1* inhibitor under investigation, shows good efficacy against moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis and carries a well-tolerable safety profile, according to new results of a phase IIa trial.
Exposure to valproic acid seems to reduce the risk of melanoma, a recent study has found. That this may be due to residual confounding cannot be ruled out, however.
Rosacea, a chronic inflammatory cutaneous disorder associated with multiple systemic illnesses, is associated with hypertension and dyslipidaemia but not with ischaemic heart disease (IHD), stroke, or diabetes, results of a systematic review and meta-analysis have shown.
A topical gel treatment derived from birch bark significantly speeds up wound healing compared with standard care in patients with epidermolysis bullosa (EB) lesions, according to the EASE trial presented at the EADV 2020 Conference — representing the first-ever treatment to show positive results for the rare skin disorder.
Treatment with apremilast led to significantly improved patient-reported quality of life (QoL) outcomes in patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis of the scalp, according to the STYLE* study presented at EADV 2020.
Socks coated with zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs), a suitable textile additive, were effective in preventing bromodosis and the development of pitted keratolysis (PK), a Thai study suggests.
The efficacy of tildrakizumab in chronic moderate-to-severe* plaque psoriasis is maintained after 5 years of treatment, final pooled analyses of the phase III reSURFACE 1 and reSURFACE 2 trials showed.
Special Reports
Oral H1-antihistamines are the initial treatment of choice for allergic rhinitis (AR) and chronic urticaria in the primary care setting. However, in a diverse population of patients with AR and urticaria, primary care physicians are faced with the challenge of prescribing the best therapy amid a wide armamentarium of antihistamines available.
Topical silicone gel is considered first-line therapy against scars and is used particularly for the treatment of elevated scars,such as hypertrophic and keloid scars. In this report, Dr Yong shares his clinical experience of using silicone gel as part of his scar management strategies.
Sunscreen products commonly contain only filters against ultraviolet (UV) radiation. At a recentdinner symposium organized by Eucerin, Dr Rungsima Wanitphakdeedecha discussed whythis is insufficient and what is required for effective protection against the damaging effects ofsunlight on the skin
In conjunction with the launch of QV Intensive with Ceramides (Ego Pharm), the important role of ceramides in themanagement of atopic dermatitis (AD) was highlighted by two distinguished speakers, Dr Agnes Heng of KPJ and Pantai Hospital Ipoh, as well as Dr Fabrizio Spada of Ego Pharmaceuticals, Australia.
The prevalence of allergic diseases in the Asia-Pacific region is expected to rise over the next 20 years, driven by rapid economic development and urbanization. Allergic diseases have high socioeconomic impact by impairing productivity and quality of life, and the impact may be greater in Asia-Pacific than in Europe due to the presence and predominance of perennial allergens.
A wound is a disruption of the normal structure and function of the epidermis. Wounds maybe caused by acute traumatic injury to the skin, or other aetiologies that cause initially intact skin to break down. Recently, Dato’ Dr Ho Teik Kok shared his insights into the importance of micronutrients for wound recovery, stressing on the importance of treating the underlying diseases that may impede wound healing.
DCH Auriga recently held their first Aesthetics and Suturing Workshop under the IMPACT continuing medical education series – a scientific platform that aims to cascade the latest updates on disease management and share best clinical practices among healthcare professionals in Singapore. Two experts on aesthetics and aesthetic surgery shared their insights on suturing techniques and current approaches for scar prevention and management.
Conference Reports
A topical gel treatment derived from birch bark significantly speeds up wound healing compared with standard care in patients with epidermolysis bullosa (EB) lesions, according to the EASE trial presented at the EADV 2020 Conference — representing the first-ever treatment to show positive results for the rare skin disorder.
Treatment with apremilast led to significantly improved patient-reported quality of life (QoL) outcomes in patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis of the scalp, according to the STYLE* study presented at EADV 2020.
Socks coated with zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs), a suitable textile additive, were effective in preventing bromodosis and the development of pitted keratolysis (PK), a Thai study suggests.
The efficacy of tildrakizumab in chronic moderate-to-severe* plaque psoriasis is maintained after 5 years of treatment, final pooled analyses of the phase III reSURFACE 1 and reSURFACE 2 trials showed.
The modified glutathione (GSH-C4) with beta glycyrrhetic and azelaic acids cream is effective in the treatment of mild-to-moderate rosacea, with local tolerability consistent with other antirosacea medications, according to a study presented at the 29th Congress of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV 2020).
Levels of insulin resistance markers tend to be elevated in patients with acne vulgaris, supporting the association between acne vulgaris and insulin resistance, according to the results of a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Adults with moderate-to-severe alopecia areata (AA) had sustained or improved hair regrowth with the oral Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor CTP-543, results of an open-label extension (OLE) study suggest.
