dermatology

Study examines motivations for tattoo removal

harminka — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:06:46 -0500

Individuals who visit dermatology clinics for tattoo removal are more likely to be women than men, and may be motivated by the social stigma associated with tattoos and negative comments by others, according to a report in the July issue of Archives of Dermatology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

Houston dermatologists link family history to shingles susceptibility

harminka — Tue, 20 May 2008 07:59:20 -0500

Researchers at The University of Texas Medical School at Houston have identified family history as one reason why some people might be more susceptible to shingles, a severe skin condition. Their findings are published in the May 19 issue of Archives of Dermatology.

New options in treating skin pigment problems

harminka — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 05:25:38 -0500

Melanocytes are not the only cells responsible for differences in skin coloration. New research from the University of Cincinnati (UC) has shown that some of the most basic cells on the skin’s surface influence pigment production and help regulate skin coloration.

People with severe plaque psoriasis may be undertreated

harminka — Fri, 02 Feb 2007 13:16:01 -0600

Referral management schemes damage patients' interests

harminka — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 09:19:11 -0600

Partner learning improves skin cancer self-examination

harminka — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 05:20:20 -0600

Repetitive motion speeds nanoparticle uptake

harminka — Thu, 04 Jan 2007 11:10:05 -0600