This tool is mainly used in research for measuring severity in patients who have melasma (chloasma, pregnancy mask). It would be useful in the measurement of the melasma before and after a treatment for example. Its measurement relies on the measurement in 4 areas: (F) forehead which accounts for 30% of the score (RMR) right…
DetailsConcept of the Skin pull test. Pinch the skin on the forearm. Then pull on it. In a young person, the skin goes back to normal within 1 second. In an individual over 50*, it takes 5 seconds or more. This is due to the loss of collagen, elasticity etc… *With a strong exposure to…
DetailsOral therapy with Pycnogenol Derived from the French Maritime Pine (pinuspinaster) Trial done for 30 days in 30 women Tabs at a dosage of 25mg to take 3 times a day (daily dose = 75mg) Results show an improvement however no randomized control trials (RCT) have been done yet. Contributors: Dr Christophe HSU – dermatologist.…
DetailsCauses: resorcinol, phenol and mercury. Risk factors: olive or dark skin, failure to use sunprotection. Occurs with prolonged use of hydroquinone (HQ) at a concentration of more than 3%. FDA banned OTC (Over-the-counter) sale due to toxicology issues and uncertain long term cancer risk. However, it is considered safe when used at a concentration of…
DetailsTreatment of psoriasis is step by step: The base and most important is education and support Then comes topical treatment Then comes systemic treatment and/or phototherapy Does UVB (Ultraviolet type B) have a role to play in the treatment in psoriasis? US Survey on 387 dermatologists and asked what treatment they would use as first…
DetailsWhat is photodynamic therapy (PDT) ? It is a technique which consists of producing activated oxygen by using a photsensitizing substance combined with a source of light. How does it work ? Applying a cream (containing aminolevulinic acid) enables it to combine with porphyrins. The latter then become activated thus susceptible to light. Their reaction…
DetailsEvil is often depicted as scarring, balding and oculocutaneous albinisme. Goldfinger: The main mean character (Auric Goldfinger) has balding. You only Live Twice: The main mean character (Ernst Stavro Blofeld (Donald Pleasence)) has scarring as well as balding. He inspired Dr Evil in Austin Powers. The Man With The Golden Gun (Scaramanga (Christopher Lee): Has…
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