Comprehensive action and consistency. What should you know about moisturising your skin in spring?
Moisturising is definitely a springtime priority in the beauty world. Our skin, whatever its type and individual predisposition, feels the consequences of winter dryness most acutely now. Experts...
Three skin diseases that can be a symptom of psychological problems
Dermatological diseases are not only symptoms visible on the body. According to researchers, some skin conditions are also a reflection of the patient's mental state.
Scientists have discovered a link between the skin microbiome and the ageing process
The composition of the microbiome - the collection of micro-organisms that inhabit our skin, which represents most of the genes present in the human body - may be one of the factors influencing the...
Measles - a serious disease, how to treat it?
Measles is a troublesome disease that is specific to childhood and often causes dangerous complications
Eczema and constipation - could there be a link between them?
The link between eczema behind constipation has long been under the scrutiny of scientists. Further studies are shedding new light on this correlation.
New type of immunotherapy may help fight malignant melanoma
Nearly half of patients have an unfavourable prognosis against melanoma with standard treatments. Developing immunotherapies using immune cells that react with chondroitin sulphate proteoglycan 4...
New AD drug in cream - an alternative to steroids
Brepocytinib is a new AD drug in cream form. It is currently in clinical trials in the USA, the first results of which look promising. We look to the future with hope, waiting for a positive...
Shingles - symptoms, causes, treatment
A disease known and unknown at the same time - almost everyone has heard of it, but when it affects us, it turns out that we do not know much about it.
Acne after 30: what do you need to know?
We mainly associate acne with adolescence. Unfortunately, 30- or 40-year-olds also struggle with this type of skin problem. What are the causes of acne in adults? Is the treatment identical to that...
Psoriasis: which comorbidities do you have?
Psoriasis is a disease that has a significant impact on the way people function - for example, the visibility of skin lesions can have a negative impact on quality of life. The problem is that it is...
Pruritus and cancer
Itchy skin has very different causes - most of them are problems that, although bothersome, are not life-threatening. However, persistent itching can have a completely different cause and it is...
What are fibroids?
Fibromas are benign neoplastic lesions that are very common in the population. Although these lesions are benign and painless, they are an aesthetic defect for patients. Where do fibroids most...
Orbital dermoid cyst and how to remove it
Anorbital dermoid cyst is a type of benign tumour that arises from abnormal cell division. Is it dangerous?
Antibiotics in the treatment of acne - when are they used?
Acne is often not only an aesthetic problem - in those people whose skin lesions are very severe, even extensive scarring may occur, the lesions may also become infected. This is why the correct...
Skin self-examination: why should it be done and what should be of concern?
Patients are aware that they should perform certain examinations themselves on a regular basis. However, just as it is quite common to know that breast self-examination is necessary, fewer people...
Skin lesions that may cause concern
Skin neoplasms account for approximately 8-10% of all malignant tumours. They arise under the influence of various physical, mechanical, chemical and biological factors. Personal factors include skin...
How long can the symptoms of shingles last?
Shingles is a viral disease caused by the chickenpox virus. It can occur in patients of any age, but most commonly shingles develops in the elderly and in people with weakened immunity. The symptoms...
Retinoids: what are they, when are they used and what do you need to know about them?
Retinoids are drugs that are derivatives of vitamin A. They are primarily used in dermatology, where they are used to treat acne and psoriasis, among others. As effective as retinoids can be, there...
Nematodes, or parasitic mites. Are they dangerous?
Nematosis or demodecosis is a disease caused by nematodes, parasitic mites belonging to the arthropod family. Human cysticercosis reaches a length of up to 0.4 mm. What are the main characteristics...
Are there home remedies for urticaria?
Urticaria is one of the most common problems in dermatology. It may be caused by various factors, but is usually associated with characteristic skin changes and other complaints such as severe...
