Are E-visits as Good as Visiting Dermatologists? (Comments Off)
4/30/10 •
A recently published study in the Archives of Dermatology claims that there is no discernible difference between having acne treatment online or inside a doctor’s office. According to Alice Watson of the Center for Connected Health in Boston, acne patients who had office visits or participated in the so-called “e-visits” have experienced similar reductions in their inflammatory lesions.
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Foods that Protect the Body from Acne and Other Diseases (Comments Off)
4/23/10 •
The body naturally protects itself through the immune system and various chemical defense mechanisms. One of these mechanisms is the inflammatory cascade, a self-healing process that occurs after a major breach to the immune system. Unfortunately, a deficiency in certain foods can lower the body’s inflammatory responses. Here are some foods that can maintain the body’s inflammatory balance.
How to Fight Summer Skin Problems (Comments Off)
4/23/10 •
The skin is the most vulnerable and exposed part of the body. It is in charge of protecting the body from temperature extremes, harmful UV rays, and damaging chemical compounds. Skin problems such as dry skin, sunburn, acne, or ingrown hair tend to occur often during summer. Thus, it is important for everyone to protect and care for their skin during the summer months.
How to Get Rid of Acne (Comments Off)
4/20/10 •
The skin does a lot of work for the body. Thus, it is a person’s responsibility to keep it looking clear and healthy. The natural body processes, however, make this mission impossible sometimes. Thus, keeping the skin blemish- and acne-free, becomes a struggle. To save effort in keeping the skin and the face flawless, here are some tips that may be followed.
Accutane: Possible Side Effects (Comments Off)
4/16/10 •
Accutane or Isotretinoin is one of the most potent acne treatments in the market. The drug successfully reduces the occurrence of severe cystic acne vulgaris, and it boasts of a higher success rate than benzoyl peroxide and adapalene. Doctors usually prescribe Accutane if previous anti-acne medications and products are ineffective in treating the skin problem.
