ACNE

Isotretinoin associated with eye infection risk

Tel Aviv, Israel — Teens whose acne is treated with isotretinoin may face twice the risk of eye infections, including conjunctivitis and styes, researchers say. » More

VITILIGO

Autologous skin transplants lessen vitiligo discoloration

Detroit — Researchers from the Henry Ford Health System suggest transplants of healthy skin from a patient’s own body can improve discoloration caused by vitiligo. » More

Resource Center: Eczema: Emollients, Counseling, and Care

Folic Acid Supplements Up Risk of Eczema.

FYI ...

40 percent

Percentage of adolescents who have acne or acne scarring by their mid-teens

Source: American Academy of Dermatology

MELANOMA

Study shines light on cancer metastasis theory

New York — New research could clarify the long-held “soil and seed” organ-specific metastasis theory that different cancerous tumor types spread only to specific, preferred organs. » More

Slow-growing melanomas lose structure over time

New York — Results of a new study suggest the diameter of most slow-growing melanomas changes very little over time, but that the lesions can become more disorganized, less structured and change or develop new colors. » More

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