ATOPIC DERMATITIS

May 20 2025HEALTH

Connecting the Dots: Atopic Dermatitis and Gum Health

Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a skin condition that can cause a lot of discomfort. It is not just a skin issue. It might also affect other parts of the body. One surprising connection is with the mouth. People with atopic dermatitis may face a higher risk of periodontitis. This is a serious gum disease. It can lead to tooth loss if not treated properly. So, what ...

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Mar 12 2025HEALTH

Why Teaching Patients About Eczema Matters

Eczema is a skin condition that can cause a lot of discomfort. It is also known as atopic dermatitis. It is important for patients to learn about it. This helps them manage it better. Traditional treatments are not enough. Patients need to understand their condition. This understanding can improve their quality of life. The Patient Eczema Education Pictorial Study ...

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Wake Up to Tralokinumab: Your Secret Weapon

Did you know there's a new player in town for managing atopic dermatitis (AD)? Tralokinumab is a medicine that works by targeting a key inflammatory pathway. Now, the big question was how well it works on different parts of the body. A group of 129 patients with moderate-to-severe AD were treated for 36 weeks. The study used the Eczema Area an...

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Feb 06 2025HEALTH

Your Skin's Savvy: How Social Media Influences AD Patients

Atopic dermatitis, or AD, is a persistent skin problem. It needs careful handling and effective treatment. The choices people with AD make about their skincare can be crucial. Enter social media, or SM - it's become more than just a fun place to hang out. With a vast amount of content, it's now a major go-to for skincare tips and healthy living ideas. This life chang...

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Jan 26 2025HEALTH

Sleep Scratching: A New Way to Track Itchiness

Have you ever noticed that your itch gets worse at night? For people with skin conditions like atopic dermatitis, this is a common problem. Scratching in your sleep can make your skin worse, disrupt your sleep, and lower your quality of life. But how do you measure that? Scientists have been trying to find a way to track overnight scratching without using wearable s...

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Skin Woes: The Hidden Costs of Atopic Dermatitis in Romania

Imagine having an itch you just can't scratch. Now, imagine that itch costing you a fortune in medical bills and lost workdays. That's the reality for many people in Romania dealing with atopic dermatitis, a common skin condition. While there's plenty of research on this globally, Romania's been left out of the conversation. So, let's dive in and see what the financi...

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Upadacitinib's Real-World Impact on Atopic Dermatitis: A 2-Year Study

A new drug, upadacitinib, has been making waves in the treatment of severe eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis (AD). This medication is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor, which means it stops certain enzymes from causing inflammation. It's been approved for kids aged 12 and above who have moderate to severe AD. A recent study set out to see how well this drug works ...

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Skin Condition and Genes: What's the Link?

Ever wondered what causes that itchy, red skin condition known as atopic dermatitis (AD)? It's actually quite common, affecting about 2. 6% of people worldwide. AD is a complex issue, influenced by many factors, including our genes. One important set of genes is the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) group. These genes are vital for our immune response. There are two mai...

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Dec 29 2024HEALTH

Why Do Our Pets Get Itchy Skin?

Ever wondered why your dog or cat is always scratching? Meet atopic dermatitis, a common skin disease in pets. It's caused by a mix of things from their genetics to the environment they live in. You see, some pets have a gene that makes their skin barrier weaker, so when they come across allergens like house dust mites or pollen, their immune system goes a bit overbo...

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Dec 25 2024HEALTH

The Impact of Lipid Levels and Drugs on Atopic Dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis (AD) patients often face lipid metabolism issues, leading to the long-term use of lipid-lowering drugs. However, the influence of circulating lipids and these medications on AD risk remains unclear. To shed light on this, researchers utilized genome-wide association studies (GWAS) from two different sets of data. They performed Mendelian randomizati...

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