Research review highlights the gut-skin connection as a key factor in atopic dermatitis

25 May 2024

Atopic dermatitis (AD), a chronic inflammatory skin condition, primarily manifests through symptoms such as redness, swelling, and itchy rashes. It predominantly affects individuals genetically predisposed…

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Biomedical researchers edge closer to understanding the causes of eczema

21 May 2024

Researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York, have unveiled a study that could potentially revolutionize our understanding of eczema and pave the way…

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Studies on atopic dermatitis lack patient images

19 May 2024

Sam Polesie, an associate professor at the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, and a dermatologist at Sahlgrenska University Hospital, has led a significant study on…

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BNP peptide implicated in eczema

7 May 2024

The groundbreaking research conducted at North Carolina State University has unveiled the pivotal role of a specific peptide in the onset of atopic dermatitis, commonly…

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Research review indicates the gut-skin axis as a crucial element in the development of atopic dermatitis

5 May 2024

Atopic dermatitis (AD), a long-term inflammatory condition of the skin, is characterized by symptoms including redness, swelling, and itching rashes. Its prevalence is notably higher…

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Encouraging hair regeneration in aging follicular stem cells

2 May 2024

Just as the ageing process can lead to reduced mobility due to less flexible joints, the stem cells within hair follicles also experience decreased flexibility,…

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Can skin moisturisers aid in preventing eczema in infants?

26 April 2024

Atopic dermatitis (AD), alternatively known as atopic eczema, ranks as the most prevalent chronic, recurrent, inflammatory skin condition, impacting between 5% and 30% of children…

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According to the brain, not all itches are the same

29 March 2024

Itch is a protective mechanism in animals, helping to ward off parasites that might introduce harmful pathogens into the body. For instance, when a mosquito…

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New insights into the perplexing mystery of itching

12 March 2024

Researchers at Harvard Medical School have unveiled groundbreaking insights into how the commonly found skin bacterium, Staphylococcus aureus, can directly cause itching by interacting with…

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