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Oral contraceptives may contribute to frontal fibrosing alopecia risk
Findings from a new study suggest that taking oral contraceptives could be linked to frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA). The study,...
John Evans
May 31, 20242 min read


VIDEO: Study finds link between skin disorder visibility and stigma
The visibility of a skin disorder is directly linked to stigma including bullying.
Jeremy Visser
May 29, 20241 min read


Inherited gene mutations raise melanoma risk more than thought, study finds
Sun exposure has long been viewed as the primary risk factor for skin cancer, with inherited genes playing a relatively minor role. But a...
Allan Ryan
May 27, 20242 min read


Onychopapilloma a potential marker for BAP1 tumour predisposition syndrome
New findings suggest the presence of a benign nail abnormality may lead to the diagnosis of a rare inherited disorder that increases the...
John Evans
May 24, 20242 min read


VIDEO: Antibiotics in first year of life linked to increased AD risk in infants
Early-life antibiotic use affects the gut microbiome which may lead to an increase risk of AD.
Jeremy Visser
May 22, 20241 min read


Plasma biomarker may identify response to PD-1 inhibitor Tx for melanoma
In a new study, researchers have discovered that a specific liquid biopsy biomarker could potentially be used to assess the effectiveness...
John Evans
May 17, 20242 min read


VIDEO: Patients with HS at higher risk of respiratory disease
Hidradenitis suppurativa patients are at higher risk for respiratory diseases.
Jeremy Visser
May 14, 20241 min read


Eczema/AD linked to higher risk of eating disorders
A new study has found a significant association between eczema/atopic dermatitis and an increased risk of developing certain eating...
Allan Ryan
May 13, 20242 min read
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