Dermatology

A study shows oral contraceptive pill use affects the protective effect of the CYP1B1 variant against frontal fibrosing alopecia, increasing risk in females with OCP history.

Antibiotic use in early life has been associated with an increased risk of atopic dermatitis, likely due to gut microbiome disruption.

A study analysed 66 cases where a nasal tip rotation flap was employed for reconstruction after skin cancer.

There is a concerning trend as the use of oral retinoids among women is rising, yet many are not using necessary contraceptive measures to mitigate the associated teratogenic risks.

Patients with hidradenitis suppurativa have an increased likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease, according to a study evaluating the association between HS and CVD

According to a recent retrospective study, patients with skin of colour have higher rates of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation following Mohs micrographic surgery

Research has found significant disparities in melanoma presentations and outcomes between non-Hispanic Black and non-Hispanic White patients.

A study has shown that initiating propranolol at 2mg/kg/day does not increase the risk of adverse events compared to the standard 1mg start dose in treating infantile haemangiomas.