It may be tempting to go "au naturale" when it comes to treating eczema, but that route may do more harm than good, said Brenda Dintiman, a dermatologist in Washington, DC. "Remember natural is not always better," she told INSIDER. "I see allergies to lavender,...
Curcumin, or diferuloylmethane, is a crystalline compound which gives the East Asian spice turmeric its bright yellow color. The medicinal properties of this spice have been referenced in numerous countries and cultures throughout the world. Today, there is growing scientific evidence suggesting curcumin’s utility in the treatment of chronic pain, inflammatory dermatoses, acceleration of wound closure, skin infections, as well as cosmetic ailments such as dyspigmentation.
You know you should see a dermatologist for rashes, moles, acne, and other skin conditions. However, fitting a visit to the dermatologist into your busy schedule can be difficult. Telemedicine is making it easier for people to receive care for their skin conditions.
Telemedicine allows you to visit the dermatologist quickly and for a relatively low cost. You can have a doctor review your skin condition without leaving your home. Simply submit a list of your symptoms and photos of the affected area through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. In most cases, you’ll hear back with a treatment plan within a few days.
Reported in Dermatology World Weekly – August 5, 2015
A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology Association
It can be difficult to get an appointment with a dermatologist when it is most needed. Teledermatology can help you get your skin problem evaluated promptly and professionally.
There is are both iPhone and Android Apps that will allow you to get a virtual consult from a board-certified dermatologist in a prompt manner.
Medscape (6/25, Brooks) report that the FDA issued a warning Wednesday that Noven Therapeutics, Inc.’s Daytrana (methylphenidate), a patch for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), “may cause permanent skin color loss.” According to the FDA, “postmarketing reports of acquired skin depigmentation or hypopigmentation of...
