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Ultraprocessed Foods Might Help Trigger Psoriasis

Ultraprocessed foods have been linked to a myriad of health issues, and a new study suggests that the autoimmune skin disease psoriasis might be added to that list.

"Results of this study showed an association between high ultraprocessed food intake and active psoriasis status," concluded a team led by Dr. Emilie Sbidian

Obese Kids May Face Higher Odds for Eczema, Psoriasis

Obese kids are more likely to develop immune-based skin problems like eczema or psoriasis, a new study says.

Analysis of more than 2.1 million Korean children between 2009 and 2020 revealed that children who became overweight had a higher risk of developing eczema.

A...

Kids With Common Skin Conditions Face Stigma, Bullying

Acne, psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo, alopecia: Any one of these common skin ailments can render a child vulnerable to stigma and bullying at school, new research confirms.

"These chronic skin conditions can be tremendously life-altering, including shaping psychosocial development,"noted study corresponding author

  • Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
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  • April 24, 2024
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  • Mouse Study Yields Clues to Why Psoriasis Worsens

    Australian researchers say they have identified a gene mutation that causes the skin disease psoriasis.

    A chronic inflammatory condition, psoriasis causes red, scaly, itchy patches on the skin. Some patients also develop psoriatic arthritis, a condition marked by joint pain, swelling and stiffness.

    But researchers at the Australian National University (ANU) who have identified the g...

    Women Are More Prone to Autoimmune Disorders Than Men, and Scientists May Know Why

    Women are much more prone than men to develop autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis and lupus.

    Now, researchers have come up with a potential explanation for that -- one that's rooted in genes that drive a person's gender.

    The female body has a complex means by which it handles the additional X chromosome, and it appears this process also renders some wom...

    Pregnancy-Linked Depression Could Have Links to Autoimmune Diseases

    Could the immune system play a role in why some women become depressed during and after a pregnancy?

    Swedish researchers have uncovered a "bidirectional relationship" between pregnancy-linked depression and autoimmune diseases such as psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, ulcerative colitis and celiac disease.

    In other words, women who experienced depression specific to a pregnancy were mo...

    Skin Conditions Flare Up When Wildfires Nearby

    The smoke billowing from this summer's devastating wildfires wasn't just bad for your lungs.

    Skin problems also seem to worsen, with dermatology visits rising as air quality deteriorates, a new study says.

    Visits for eczema spiked at dermatology clinics within the Mass General Brigham health system during the...

    Is It Eczema or Psoriasis? An Expert Offers Advice

    Eczema and psoriasis are skin conditions that can each affect a person's quality of life.

    The best way to know which one you have if you have an itchy rash or burning feeling on your skin is to see an expert.

    "Both eczema and psoriasis can impact your sleep, mood and quality of life, so it's important to seek help if you are struggling with these conditions,"said

  • Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
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  • September 8, 2023
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  • Vacations in the Sun Aren't Good for Your Skin's Microbiome

    It's already known that the "healthy glow"of a tan actually represents damage to skin cells.

    But a new study of people on vacation has found that sunbathing also can disrupt the skin's microbiome, altering the populations of bacteria that live on the skin in ways that could be harmful to health.

    The microbiome recovers within a month, but during that time a person will be more vulne...

    Vitamin D Might Ease the Agony of Psoriasis

    People who have psoriasis may want to get their vitamin D levels checked.

    New research suggests that blood levels of the so-called "sunshine vitamin" may affect the severity of their condition. In psoriasis, skin cells build up and form dry, itchy, sometimes painful patches.

    While synthetic vitamin D creams are an emerging therapy, the study suggests that a diet rich in vitamin D or...

    Psoriatic Arthritis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

    Most people have heard of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. But for some, psoriatic arthritis is the new kid on the block. Here's what you need to know about psoriatic arthritis, including symptoms, types and treatments.

    What is psoriatic arthritis?

    Psoriatic arthritis (...

    Planning for a Pregnancy? Don't Let Eczema, Psoriasis Get in the Way

    During pregnancy, women may need to consider different options for treating certain health issues.

    The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) offers some suggestions for pregnant women living with the common skin conditions eczema and psoriasis.

    "Women may consider their health care decisions differently during different stages of their lives,"said Chicago dermatologist

  • Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
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  • March 20, 2023
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  • California's Wildfires Caused Uptick in Skin Ailments

    Wildfires are known to have a lot of negative impacts on the environment and the health of the people who live through them.

    Yet another is the worsening of skin conditions, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). The group shared strategies to minimize the effect air pollution can have on people's skin during its annual meeting, held this past weekend in New Orleans.

    Lupus, Psoriasis Patients May Face Greater Dangers After Heart Attack

    People with autoimmune disorders like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis or psoriasis who suffer a heart attack are more likely to die or develop severe heart-related complications in the aftermath, a new study shows.

    A heart attack creates more serious health consequences in those patients than in those who aren't battling an

  • By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
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  • September 15, 2022
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  • Lupus, MS and Other Autoimmune Disorders Raise Heart Risks

    Research has linked heart disease to specific autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Now, a huge study shows that autoimmune diseases as a group increase your chances of developing heart ills.

    Autoimmune diseases such as psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, lupus erythematosus and type 1 diabetes occur when the body engages in friendly fire against its own organs, tissues, ...

    Nerve Block Plus Lidocaine Clears Psoriasis in Small Study

    Spinal injections of a common anesthetic may help clear the inflammatory skin condition psoriasis, a small pilot study suggests.

    The study involved four patients with severe psoriasis, and researchers are describing it as a "proof-of-concept" -- specifically, the idea that targeting certain sens...

    Should You Use Antibiotic Creams on Your Skin?

    As winter winds leave your skin dry, cracked and prone to cuts and bleeding, a skin expert says you should resist the urge to use antibiotic creams or ointments.

    While it might seem sensible to use antibiotic topicals to combat germs and prevent infection with cuts, they can irritate your...

    Vitamin D Supplements Might Cut Your Odds for Autoimmune Diseases

    Taking vitamin D supplements may help stave off psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and other autoimmune diseases, a new study suggests.

    Previous research has hinted at this connection, but the new study is the first randomized controlled trial to look at what happens when people are given vitamin D supplements and followed to see if they develop an

  • Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
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  • January 27, 2022
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  • CBD and Cannabis Products for Acne, Psoriasis? Buyer Beware, Dermatologists Say

    Growing numbers of folks are turning to CBD or cannabis products to treat skin conditions like acne or rosacea, but researchers warn that the science on their safety and power hasn't kept up with demand.

    When more than 500 adults were asked about their use of CBD (cannabidiol) or marijuana, fully 17.6% said they used an over-the-counter

  • Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
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  • January 17, 2022
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  • Kids' Temporary Tattoos Can Harm Skin Function

    Parents: You may think temporary tattoos are harmless for children. But kids who decorate themselves with these transfer tattoos may be disrupting the skin's protective barrier, Spanish researchers report.

    They looked at the effects on skin of permanent tattoos and temporary transfers. The surprising takeaway: Temporary transfer tattoos do more damage.

    More moisture was lost in skin...