This content is machine translated Hypertrophic scars and keloids Is there an optimal therapy? Therapy concepts in the treatment of keloids should be determined individually. A combination of multiple therapy modalities is recommended. Visible treatment success should be seen after three to six months,…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated 6th Zurich Dermatology Training Days 2016 Five genodermatoses: genetic skin diseases in childhood Genodermatoses are diseases of the skin and its appendages resulting from mutation of a single gene and inherited according to Mendelian rules. These hereditary skin conditions are often not apparent…
View Post 7 min This content is machine translated Bacteria, yeast fungi and co. The skin microbiome and its importance for skin diseases The skin microbiome is the term used to describe the totality of all microorganisms on our skin. The microbiome of healthy skin is characterized by a great diversity of different…
View Post 7 min This content is machine translated Psoriasis - Basics Systemic disease with drastic consequences for psyche and body Psoriasis vulgaris or plaque psoriasis is the most common clinical manifestation of psoriasis. Guttate psoriasis often occurs in adolescents and presents with the appearance of plaques up to the size…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Pediatric corner Stork bite and tuft of hair on the back of the head in an infant Case Report: A six-month-old girl is referred for a circumscribed scarring skin lesion on the back of the head that has been present since birth. In addition, parents report persistent…
View Post 2 min This content is machine translated Malignant melanoma Risk of recurrence and metastasis in young women Melanoma is one of the most common types of cancer. Melanoma incidence is also increasing in younger women. This is shown, among other things, by data from the U.S. SEER…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Update venereal proctitis 2016 In case of anorectal symptoms also think of venereal diseases Venereal proctitis is not uncommon. 34% of HIV-positive men have anorectal problems [1]. Patients with proctitis symptoms and/or receptive anal intercourse in any form must always be thought of as…
View Post 10 min This content is machine translated Filler - Basics: lips and surroundings Anatomy, rheology and tips for therapy preparation Age-related lip changes present a challenge with the aesthetic deficits of the lower half of the face in the daily practice of aesthetic dermatology. Changes in shape, loss of contour…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated AAD Congress in Washington Vaccination against herpes and social impact of acne Data on therapeutic immunization for genital herpes were presented at the American Academy of Dermatology Congress in Washington. The effects on viral excretion are promising, but the compound has yet…
View Post 7 min This content is machine translated Allergology in the form of a story The fisherman who became allergic to everything In every occupation and leisure activity, one is exposed to possible allergen sources. The story shows with a concrete example how manifold allergies can be even in an absolutely quiet…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Phytotherapy in pediatrics Where are the possible applications? Studies document the efficacy and safety of herbal preparations in very different indications of everyday pediatric life. Thus, the attending physician has the possibility to apply phytotherapy in appropriate situations.
