Lawrence J. Green, M.D., from George Washington University in Washington, D.C., and colleagues randomized (2:1) 430 patients to receive halobetasol propionate Lotion or vehicle once daily for eight weeks, with assessments at two, four, six, and eight weeks of treatment as well as at a four-week post-treatment follow-up visit. (HealthDay)—Halobetasol propionate 0.01 percent lotion (BRYHALI Lotion) appears safe and effective...
Tag: <span>Psoriasis</span>
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Alternative medicines may aid in the treatment of psoriasis
A. Caresse Gamret, from the University of Miami, and colleagues conducted a systematic literature review to identify studies evaluating all documented CAM psoriasis interventions. Included interventions had more than one randomized clinical trial (RCT) supporting their use. (HealthDay)—Some complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) may be helpful in the treatment of psoriasis, according to a review published online Sept. 5...
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Vitamin D could provide psoriasis relief
A new study indicates some people with psoriasis might see an improvement in their symptoms from taking a vitamin D supplement, particularly in the colder months. New research suggests increasing vitamin D intake could reduce the symptoms of chronic inflammatory skin condition psoriasis. Psoriasis is a relatively common condition, affecting an estimated two to...
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Could cannabis help treat eczema and psoriasis? Scientists believe anti-inflammatory compound found in plant may offer hope to millions of patients
University of Colorado scientists have begun trials on a compound in the drug They believe CBD, which doesn’t cause a ‘high’, could treat some skin conditions The compound is already backed for its plethora of health benefits by the WHO Cannabis could treat eczema and psoriasis, researchers claim. University of Colorado scientists have begun...
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Uncovering why psoriasis recurs
New research by investigators at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Rockefeller University helps address a longstanding question about the inflammatory skin condition psoriasis: Why do skin lesions that have resolved with therapy recur in the same locations after a patient stops using topical steroids? According to BWH physician scientist Rachael Clark, MD, PhD, of the...
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Fire ants to treat psoriasis? New cream made of the insect’s venom helps stop red, flaky outbreaks, scientists claim
The skin cream was made of solenopsins, the main toxic component in venom In trials on mice, it was discovered to reduce skin thickening and inflammation Scientists are hopeful the ‘interesting’ findings could lead to a cure for humans Venom from fire ants could one day be used to treat psoriasis, new research suggests. A...
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Depression puts psoriasis patients at significantly greater risk of psoriatic arthritis
New study highlights the need for heightened prevention and management of depression in psoriasis patients, reports the Journal of Investigative Dermatology Philadelphia, PA, February 22, 2017 – Psoriasis is a lifelong disease that is associated with significant cosmetic and physical disability and puts patients at increased risk for many major medical disorders. A multidisciplinary team...