This content is machine translated Mechanisms and therapies Pruritus and the psyche Pruritus is not only a sensory sensation, but is also intertwined with affective and cognitive aspects. Psychological processes such as stress can manifest cutaneously. Therefore, psychological clarification and therapy are…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Pruritus Itchy dermatoses of the scalp Eczema of the scalp can be atopic, irritant-toxic or contact allergic in nature. One of the unpleasant effects of such diseases is pruritus. A review of common itchy scalp dermatoses.
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated 100. Annual Meeting of the SGDV 2018, Lausanne News on psoriasis and atopic dermatitis Efforts to understand the pathogenesis of psoriasis and atopic dermatitis have paid off, with numerous innovative, pathogenesis-based therapies currently in the pipeline or already available. Experts spoke about new developments…
View Post 13 min This content is machine translated The physician as entrepreneur Practice management in aesthetic dermatology Establishing and maintaining an aesthetic dermatology practice – a challenge in communication, personnel management, room design, financial planning and change management. Where are the stumbling blocks? What is the secret…
View Post 8 min This content is machine translated Basal cell carcinoma What are the treatment options? The gold standard remains surgical excision with or without histologic incision margin control, although Mohs surgery offers many advantages. If excision is impossible or incomplete, radiotherapy is an alternative. Topical…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Interview with Prof. em. Brunello Wüthrich, M.D. “Allergology needs a feu sacré!” During the 5th Allergo Update in Zurich, the 80. Birthday of Prof. em. Brunello Wüthrich, MD, celebrated. The jubilarian himself provided the entertainment at the event: he gave a very…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated 8th Zurich Dermatology Training Days Update on fungal infections of the skin What does the commensal fungus Malassezia have to do with atopic dermatitis? What’s new in dermatophytes? Is there a risk of fungal transmission when coming into contact with hedgehogs? How…
View Post 5 min This content is machine translated Congress European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Munich, Germany News on the pathogenesis and therapy of chronic urticaria Although chronic urticaria is not considered an allergic disease, IgE antibodies play an important role. Anti-IgE therapy with omalizumab is repositioned in the updated international guideline. Also, why not all…
View Post 8 min This content is machine translated Skin care and age “Retinol remains the gold standard among anti-aging agents” How does our skin age and how effective are anti-aging products? Does the advertising live up to its promise? Tatjana Pavicic, MD, an expert in this field, provides information and…
View Post 8 min This content is machine translated Cutaneous tumors in childhood Infantile hemangiomas Hemangiomas are the most common tumors of children’s skin. Spontaneous remission is often seen. However, in special cases – such as impending functional complications, ulceration, or permanent cosmetic damage –…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated New recommendations Expert consensus on the use of fillers The use of fillers in aesthetic treatments is increasing worldwide. A new consensus provides tips on managing adverse effects and complications. Which “red flags” should you be aware of?
