ECZEMA

Swedish study: Peptides kill stubborn Malassezia

Stockholm — New research suggests that certain peptides kill the yeast Malassezia sympodialis, a main culprit in triggering atopic and seborrheic eczema and dandruff, without harming healthy skin cells. » More

MELANOMA

New stain test can identify cancerous moles

New York — Researchers at Weill Cornell Medical College have designed, developed and studied a diagnostic staining test they say can determine whether a mole is benign or cancerous relatively quickly and with minimal complexity. » More

CO2 laser compares to surgery for melanoma in situ

London, Ontario — A new study suggests that laser ablation is a viable option to surgical excision for removing the lesion of primary lentigo maligna. » More

FYI ...

41%

Percentage of patients with rosacea who say the condition caused them to avoid public contact or social engagements

Source: The National Rosacea Society

LEGAL & REGULATORY

Suit claims Allergan encouraged unsafe use of Botox

Irvine, Calif. — A Las Vegas plastic surgeon is suing Botox-maker Allergan, claiming the Irvine-based company sold the drug in large vials and encouraged physicians to unsafely reuse them, the Los Angeles Times reports. » More

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