Why does my skin itch more in the winter than in the summer? Cold temperatures and low humidity increase the risk of skin barrier disruption which results in dry, itchy skin. When the skin barrier is damaged, there is an increase in water loss from the skin which results in drier skin. How can I […]
Interdisciplinary medicine is an important concept in patient-centered medical care. How can we apply concepts from new research to improve patient care through both education and collaboration with our patients and their care team? It is well known that having psoriasis increases the risk of developing metabolic syndrome. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a
Do you regularly use makeup sponges? Just as kitchen sponges can become a reservoir for bacteria, so can makeup sponges. As part of your routine, make it a point to regularly wash them. They need to be washed with soap and water, rinsed, and patted dry on a regular basis – more often than you think!
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What about Exercise and the Skin? As we are approaching the holidays, it may become a bit more difficult to maintain motivation to exercise regularly. Thus, I thought research looking at whether regular exercise is of benefit to the skin would be particularly useful. Rao et al., published a paper reviewing publications that evaluated skin
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What causes Winter Itch? Several factors contribute to the seasonal increase in skin itchiness that occurs in late fall into the winter months. As the outside temperature cools, the outside humidity level decreases. In addition, once the heat is turned on in the house, the indoor humidity also drops. Exposure of the skin to lower
From the embarrassing red blotches to the painful sores, atopic dermatitis symptoms require the right treatment. If you’re looking for a different option for your or your child’s condition, the ADvocate Studies may be of interest to you. As you know, atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, severe form of eczema that is marked
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I’ve just completed my first telemedicine visit for severe poison ivy dermatitis. Given the warmer winter and early spring our gardens are approximately 2 weeks ahead of schedule. Poison ivy (Rhus) is the most common cause of acute allergic contact dermatitis. It can appear as a red linear rash or blisters. Localized rashes may respond
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Fall weather combined with lower humidity cause skin to become dry and itchy. Use of topical moisturizers on a daily basis can help reduce the itchy symptoms. Moisturizing bodywash can also be helpful in restoring moisture to the skin. Hot showers tend to worsen itch so it is better to turn the temperature down. Now
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