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Ginseng may provide benefits on multiple fronts
April 12th 2016Ginseng, an ancient Asian remedy, has long been believed to have therapeutic value for energy and memory as well as having anti-oxidative, anti-aging and anti-cancer properties. Studies are starting to provide backup for conventional wisdom, and are showing that ginseng can also benefit melasma, atopic dermatitis and hair loss
More evidence of rosacea, autoimmune link
April 7th 2016While a cause-and-effect link is elusive, it’s possible that environmental and lifestyle factors could explain why rosacea patients appear to suffer more from various conditions. But recent genetic research has hinted at inherited links between rosacea and autoimmune disorders. Recent findings provide more evidence.
Vascular lesion treatment options greatly improve
April 4th 2016Advances in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular lesions are decreasing the morbidity and cosmetic disfigurement in some affected patients. Dermatologists should note that education and reassurance help parents understand the severity or non-severity of certain lesions and treatment protocols. Learn more
Ivermectin 1% cream extends rosacea remission
March 14th 2016Results of a relapse study indicate that patients with moderate-to-severe papulopustular rosacea experienced longer remission when treated with once-daily ivermectin 1% cream compared with initial treatment with twice daily metronidazole 0.75% cream.
Vitamin D advice must weigh benefits, risks
March 10th 2016While low levels of vitamin D are linked with several diseases, ingesting too much vitamin D increases risks for other health conditions. In counseling patients on supplementation, one must take into consideration patient characteristics such as individual medical conditions and race.
Strategies for coping with a disruptive physician
March 9th 2016A disruptive physician isn’t necessarily aggressive in an obviously obnoxious way. The disruption may come from behaving in a way that interferes with others’ work, not communicating across specialties or teams, or failing to give or receive effective feedback. Here’s what you can do to avoid a disrespectful and non-professional environment.