scholarly journals Acne Vulgaris: More Than Skin Deep

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tan Jia Yi
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Stress ◽  
Early Treatment ◽  
Skin Disorder ◽  
Psychiatric Comorbidity ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Skin Disorders

Acne vulgaris is one of the recognized skin issues among adolescents, though occasionally it may persist through adulthood. Though being popularly known to the communities, its impact on the patients is often less recognized, minimized or worse neglected. Acne vulgaris can cause an ample amount of psychological stress among the affected individuals which may increase the likelihood of psychiatric comorbidity. Depression is one of the psychiatric burdens associated with acne vulgaris. Therefore, it is considered more than a skin disorder. Instead of perceiving it as normal, it should be recognized as one of the most prevalent skin disorders which need early treatment to prevent exacerbation and also avoid permanent scarring.

scholarly journals AN ANALYTICAL STUDY ON VALMIKA MRITTIKA (ANTHILL SOIL)

2020 ◽  
Vol 04 (04) ◽  
pp. 2285-2288
Author(s):  
Sindhushree M. ◽  
Prashanth Jain ◽  
Subrahmanya Padyana
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Skin Disorder ◽  
Analytical Study ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Pilosebaceous Unit ◽  
Common Skin ◽  
The Face

Valmika Mrittika (ant hill soil) is widely used in clinical practice by folklore practitioners in most of the skin ailments. Lepa of Valmika Mrittika has wonderful effects on skin. Many temples in South Canara, give this Valmika Mrittika as Prasadam for the skin disorders. Acne Vulgaris is a common skin disorder of pilosebaceous unit that primarily affects the face, chest and back which if not treated may lead to permanent scarring. Youvana Pidaka (Acne vulgaris) occurs due to vitiation of Kapha, Vata as Doshas, Rakta and Twak as Dooshyas. Valmika Mrittika is very effective in Kapha-Vataja disorder. As disease limited to skin, Lepa Chikitsa is most suitable and convenient treatment suggested for acne. Hence, an in vitro analytical study of Valmika Mrittika w.s.r to Youvana Pidaka (Acne vulgaris) was conducted. Valmika Mrittika collected and analytical study was done including macronutrients and micronutrients. Analytical study revealed the contents such as Protein – 800 μg/g, Phenols-0.03μg/g, Tannins-0.24μg/g in the sample of Valmika Mrittika which are found to have anti acne and Varnya properties.

Sidharthakadi Lepa in Mukhadushika - A Clinical Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ravindra Angadi ◽  
Rekha J.
Keyword(s):  
Skin Disorder ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Response To Therapy ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Pilosebaceous Unit ◽  
External Application ◽  
Acne Lesion ◽  
Common Skin ◽  
The Face ◽  
Inflammatory Component

Background: Acne vulgaris is a very common malady of adolescents. It is common enough to be called as a physiological process but is better regarded as a disease due to its inflammatory component and the disfigurement. Acne vulgaris is a common skin disorder of pilosebaceous unit that primarily affects the face which if not treated leads to pigmentation. Mukhadushika is a Kshudra Roga which mainly involves Kapha and Vatadosa with Raktha. This is a common illness affecting 80 % of adolescents. Lepa is one of the external therapies explained in Ayurvedic classics. Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy of Sidharthakadilepa in the management of mukhadushikaw.s.r. to acne vulgaris. Methods: 30 patients fulfilling the inclusion criteria were selected. They were given Sidharthakadi Lepa for external application over face for one month. Patients were observed for changes on 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th day. The response to therapy was evaluated at the end of 28 days by calculating acne lesion score and the efficacy was determined by the percentage reduction in ALS. Results: The analysis revealed that 40% of patients had complete remission, 30% patients showed marked improvement and 30% showed moderate improvement.

To evaluate the efficacy of Jalaukavacharana followed by Khadira Prayoga in Vicharchika w.s.r to Eczema

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kulkarni Sharad ◽  
Syeda Ather Fathima ◽  
Naveen B. S.
Keyword(s):  
Incidence Rate ◽  
Clinical Features ◽  
Skin Disease ◽  
Skin Disorder ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Main Line ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Skin Disorders

Vicharchika (Eczema) is a skin disorder with predominance of Pitta Kapha Dosha, with clinical features like Kandu, Srava, Pidaka, Shyavata, Rookshata, Raji, Ruja and Daha mainly in the extremities. It is the second commonest skin disease affecting all age groups, with incidence rate of 2-3% and high rate of recurrence. Ayurveda emphasizes Shodhana therapy as the main line of treatment in skin disorders. Raktamokshana is indicated as Rakta is mainly involved in Vicharchika. In the present study, two treatment modalities were selected to find out which is more appropriate.

scholarly journals Frequency and types of skin disorders and associated diabetes mellitus in elderly Jordanians

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4-5) ◽  
pp. 574-578
Author(s):  
F. Najdawi ◽  
M. Fa'ouri
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Bacterial Infection ◽  
Fungal Infection ◽  
Skin Disorder ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Skin Lesions ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Patients With Diabetes ◽  
Considerable Morbidity

A retrospective study of 232 elderly patients seen between August 1998 and April 2000 at the skin clinic in Princess Haya hospital, Aqaba, was undertaken to determine the prevalence of skin disorders, and those most commonly associated with diabetes mellitus, in the elderly. Eczema/dermatitis was the commonest skin disorder seen [25.9% of cases], followed by pruritus without skin lesions [15.1%], viral infection [14.7%, most commonly herpes zoster], fungal infection [13.8%], and bacterial infection [10.3%]. Bacterial infection was the commonest skin disorder in patients with diabetes mellitus [62.5%], followed by fungal infection [50.0%]. Skin diseases cause considerable morbidity in elderly people; health promotion and education can do much to reduce the risks of these disorders in the elderly, especially those with diabetes

Dermatology

2016 ◽  
pp. 582-611
Author(s):  
Andrew Baldwin ◽  
Nina Hjelde ◽  
Charlotte Goumalatsou ◽  
Gil Myers
Keyword(s):  
Malignant Melanoma ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Systemic Disease ◽  
Pyogenic Granuloma ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Venous Ulcers ◽  
Drug Eruptions ◽  
Skin Cancers ◽  
Common Skin ◽  
Skin Signs

This chapter explores dermatology. It includes history and examination, creams and ointments, describing a lesion, patterns of skin disease, itch, skin signs in systemic disease, common skin cancers, malignant melanoma, moles, psoriasis, eczema (dermatitis), skin infections (fungi, bacteria, viruses), acne vulgaris, rosacea, drug eruptions, specific skin disorders (pemphigus and pemphigoid, strawberry naevus, pyogenic granuloma, lichen planus, pityriasis rosea, alopecia, photosensitivity, urticaria), venous ulcers, pressure sores, skin disorders and HIV, infestations, and psychodermatoses.

scholarly journals Ceramides: Where do we stand?

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 44
Author(s):  
Nidhi Yadav ◽  
Bhushan Madke ◽  
Anupam Das
Keyword(s):  
Atopic Dermatitis ◽  
Barrier Function ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Skin Aging ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Healthy Skin ◽  
Epidermal Barrier ◽  
Inflammatory Dermatoses ◽  
Integral Component

Ceramides are an integral component of the epidermal barrier system. Alterations in ceramides levels are associated with various inflammatory dermatoses such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, ichthyosis, Gaucher’s disease, acne vulgaris, and skin aging. Various formulations containing ceramides have been developed so that exogenous ceramides can repair the barrier function. Herein, the authors have provided an overview of the basic anatomy, structure, functioning, and importance of ceramides and their role in healthy skin and various skin disorders. In addition, the authors review conventional and newer technologies for delivery of ceramides in various skin diseases.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Ectoparasitic Infections and Other Dermatological Infections and Their Associated Factors among School Children in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nayana Gunathilaka ◽  
Nilmini Chandrasena ◽  
Lahiru Udayanga
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
School Children ◽  
Skin Disorder ◽  
Fungal Infections ◽  
Medical Officer ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
School Level ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Study Participants

Skin disorders are one of the commonest conditions among school children in developing countries. There are only a few published studies available from Sri Lanka on the prevalence of skin disorders. A community-based cross-sectional study was carried out among five government-run schools randomly selected from the district of Gampaha, Sri Lanka, during 2016-2017. A total of 41 students between 5 and 16 years of age were randomly selected from each school. Sociodemographic profile and hygienic behaviors of selected students were assessed using a pretested interviewer-administered questionnaire. Students were examined by a medical officer for the presence of different skin disorders. The chi-squared test of association and binary logistic regression were used for the identification of the significance of socioeconomic factors and hygienic practices among the study participants. A total of 205 school children participated in the study. The commonest skin disorder was pediculosis (42.0%; n=86), followed by dandruff (8.3%; n=17), fungal infections (6.8%; n=14), and scabies (1.5%; n=3). Almost one-fourth of the study participants (22.9%; n=30/131) had more than one disorder, majored by Pediculus captis infestation with dandruff. Over one-third (36.1%; n=74) were free of any skin disorders. The prevalence of skin disorders was significantly high among females (87.3%; n=110), compared to males (26.6%; n=21). Presence of long hair, higher family size, and limited number of rooms in the house were risk factors associated with the prevalence of skin disorders. The commonest skin disorder was pediculosis, while scabies and fungal infections were scarce among school children in the district of Gampaha, Sri Lanka. Implementation of health education and monitoring programs at the school level for maintaining the dermal health status of school children is recommended.

scholarly journals Skin disorder management in oral anticancer drugs by collaboration of hospital pharmacists and community pharmacists

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ryuta Urakawa ◽  
Sanae Hashimoto ◽  
Hideki Hirohata ◽  
Katsunori Sakai ◽  
Kayo Matsuura ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Early Detection ◽  
Anticancer Drugs ◽  
Skin Disorder ◽  
Community Pharmacists ◽  
Skin Care ◽  
Team Approach ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Hospital Pharmacists ◽  
High Motivation ◽  
Medical Examinations

Abstract Background In Japan, the multidisciplinary team approach in cancer chemotherapy has become quite widespread. However, patients treated with oral anticancer drugs in outpatient clinics usually receive short medical examinations from doctors without any intervention of pharmacists. To improve this medical circumstance, we made a skin disorder manual for community pharmacists and evaluated its feasibility. Methods Patients who underwent oral skin toxic chemotherapy from May 1, 2017, to October 31, 2017, were enrolled. The severity of skin toxicities was evaluated based on NCI-CTCAE ver4.0. Skin care and skin disorders were assessed by community pharmacists based on the assessment document arranged by the investigator. Numbers of patients who replied to the assessment, numbers of replies, numbers of assessments and instructions for skin care, and numbers of prescription proposals were evaluated to assess the value of intervention of community pharmacists. Results Sixty-two patients were enrolled in this study. Community pharmacy responded to 55 patients (88.7%), for a total of 335 replies. The data described in the replies were as follows: 317 assessments of skin disorders (94.6%), 307 assessments of skin care (91.6%), 248 instructions for skin care (74%), and 19 prescription proposals (5.7%). Conclusions Community pharmacists have high motivation for prevention and early detection of skin disorders. Although the number of prescription proposals is small, some proposals have contributed to improving side effects. Collaboration of hospital pharmacists and community pharmacists is important for prevention, early detection, and treatment of skin disorders caused by oral anticancer drugs.

Hypomelanosis Secondary to Cutaneous Inflammation

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Behzad Dalvand
Keyword(s):  
Medical Therapy ◽  
Skin Disorder ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Dark Skin ◽  
Melanin Production ◽  
Cutaneous Inflammation ◽  
Inflammatory Skin

Hypomelanosis is a prevalent skin disorder in individuals with dark skin. Numerous inflammatory skin disorders cause hypomelanosis, even depigmentation. Its pathogenesis remains unknown, but it can be attributed to changes in melanin production in response to inflammation. The clinical manifestations, often including lesions with ill-defined borders limited to the site of inflammation, mostly appear in individuals with dark skin. The most important way to manage PIH is to effectively treat the underlying skin disorder that has led to it, however, medical therapy and phototherapy can be helpful, as well.

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