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How effective is laser treatment for acne
Published on 2011-03-24 18:02:00
The advancement in science brings with it new modalities of treatment for medicine. One of it is laser technology. It has found application in various fields of medicine, such as surgery and dermatology. Laser is being used extensively in various sur > read more
Can chocolates cause acne flare-ups?
Published on 2011-02-28 12:51:00
Ghirardelli chocolate Have you ever noted pimple breakouts after indulging on your favorite brown sweets? Or have you ever associated zit eruptions with chocolates? Well, there may be truth in your observation after all. Earlier studies revealed n > read more
Hormonal Treatment for Acne
Published on 2011-01-30 12:14:00
I have mentioned in my earlier post “Why should acne be a cause for concern” that hormones play a role in the pathogenesis of acne. Even before the onset of puberty adrenal glands are already producing larger amounts of dehydroepiandrosterone sul > read more
What are adjunctive therapies for acne?
Published on 2011-01-11 20:04:00
A number of physical therapies are available for treating active acne. These procedures aid in faster resolution of active lesions in acne, but should not be utilized as a first-line of treatment. They are recommended to be used in conjunction with > read more
Why should pimples be a cause for concern?
Published on 2010-12-27 14:10:00
When I was about 10 years of age my skin began to change. I started having bumps on my face. I begged my father to bring me to a doctor. But people back then didn’t believe that pimples need to be treated. They adhere to the belief that it would di > read more
Secrets of a healthy and young-looking skin
Published on 2010-12-16 14:10:00
We all want to stay young and beautiful forever. Who would like to look old and wrinkled? The answer is obvious. Throughout history people have always been in a quest to stay young. The first emperor of China Qin Shi Huang ingested mercury pills, bel > read more
Basic Facts about the Skin: Structure and Function
Published on 2010-12-09 12:45:00
The skin is the body’s largest organ. It is the outer covering of the entire body and is continuous with the mucous membrane of the mouth, nose, urogenital organs and the anus. In an adult, the skin measures 1.5 to 2 sq.m., while the thickness vari > read more