MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'skin'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:48:20 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5139735&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fcould-your-swimming-pool-give-you-a-rash%2F2011.08.18 Allergic to Swimming? We’re in the dog days of August and summer continues to hold on. What better way is there to relax than in your nice, cool pool? Unless you’re allergic to it, of course. I had a patient this summer who developed an itchy rash all over. He thought it might be due to his pool, but insisted that he kept it immaculately clean. Ironically, that might have been the trouble. Some people are allergic to (more…) *This blog post was originally published at The Dermatology Blog* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5139735 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:00:39 +0100 5139735 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5118711&cid=t_96371_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F08%2F10%2F3-facts-you-might-not-know-about-freud-and-his-biggest-addiction%2F You may know that Sigmund Freud, the famed founder of psychoanalysis, had a fascination with cocaine and abused it for many years. But you might not know these three facts that relate to Freud’s longstanding interest in cocaine. Howard Markel, M.D., Ph.D, professor of medical history at the University of Michigan, documents all this and more in his comprehensive, beautifully written book An Anatomy of Addiction: Sigmund Freud, William Halsted and the Miracle Drug Cocaine. 1. Freud was initially attracted to cocaine because he wanted to help a close friend. One of Freud’s dearest friends, Dr. Ernst von Fleischl-Marxow, was heavily addicted to morphine, and Freud initially believed that cocaine could cure him. A brilliant man and talented doctor, Fleischl-Marxow had an accident while do... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5118711 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:18:48 +0100 5118711 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5107518&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fplastic-surgeon-weighs-in-on-anti-aging-medicine%2F2011.08.08 Reader Question: Do you do anti-aging medicine? I do not see it on your web site. If not, what is your opinion of it? I am not a fan or follower of the anti-aging medicine fad in so much that it promotes what I believe to be a false concept. An older person cannot be made into a younger version of herself by boosting certain hormones. There is really no good evidence that it works. Patients don’t live any longer. It might also be found to be harmful in the long run. Plastic surgeons will differ in their opinions as to what works with low risk to improve things. To me (more…) *This blog post was originally published at Truth in Cosmetic Surgery* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5107518 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 16:00:57 +0100 5107518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5107519&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fhow-to-soothe-that-itchy-sunburn%2F2011.08.08 Have you ever had a sunburn? First it hurts. Then it itches. And itches. And itches. Why is that? Sunburn is caused by ultraviolet (UV) radiation damage to your skin. Too much UV damages your skin cell’s DNA, and your immune system responds by killing off the bad cells. Because UV radiation doesn’t penetrate (unlike X-rays for example), it damages only the surface layer of your skin. This outermost layer happens to be loaded with special nerve fibers called C-fibers which are responsible for itch. Itch is a mechanism to (more…) *This blog post was originally published at The Dermatology Blog* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5107519 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:00:10 +0100 5107519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096786&cid=t_96371_129_f&fid=36035&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-chronic-pain%2Fgardening-in-the-dark%2F Oh yes, it’s true. I do garden in the dark. It does sound a bit dangerous, I’ll grant you that, but it’s not exactly brain surgery or nuclear fission. The only victims might be a live yellow daisy, “dead headed” in error. I do take pity on these victims and bring them indoors and stick them in a small vase, poor things. I do have the guidance of a porch light and a couple of solar powered “rock” lights. Twilight is actually the best time because I can still enjoy the view, there is usually a cool breeze whipping up from the Columbia River and there are no dangerous UVA/UVB rays to worry about. This strange behavior became necessary, for me, many years ago when I first began to have pain in my sitter, fatigue and skin rashes on any area where the sun struck me. I was completel... Life with Chronic Pain blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096786 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 15:03:03 +0100 5096786 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5062275&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FjCwOqt0SsuA%2Fshould-langers-lines-be-used-for.html An old PRS journal article came to my attention recently thanks to a tweet by @prsjournal: “Most Emailed Article Langer's Lines: To Use or Not to Use: Thirty-six differently named guidelines have develope... http://bit.ly/mPR6v1” [I’m not sure the time frame involved in the “most emailed.” Not sure if it’s for the day, the week, etc.] – The tweeted article (first full reference below) is a short one and I would recommend it to young plastic surgeons and students. A state of tension exists naturally in skin. For instance, wounded skin will gape, becoming elliptical instead of round. The first to notice this skin property was Dupuytren. In 1834, he encountered a corpse of a man who had stabbed himself with a round-tipped awl. Dupuytren noticed these stab wounds were elliptic... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5062275 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:15:00 +0100 5062275 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050576&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrlindagalloway.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F07%2F2078708_f260.jpg When we think of skin changes in pregnancy, what immediately comes to mind are stretch marks or Striae Gravidarum . Stretch marks occur because of a breakdown of collagen, a substance that holds the skin together and is responsible for its stretching. Teen pregnant patients are more at risk for having stretch marks. Why is that important? Because, according to medical literature, stretch marks can increase the risk of having lacerations (or tears) during birth. Another fairly common skin condition during pregnant is called Pruritus gravidarum or generalized itching during pregnancy without the presence of a rash. Approximately 14% of pregnant women are affected by this condition and it is associated with twin pregnancies, fertility treatments and diabetes. As stated in my previous blog, it... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050576 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:00:59 +0100 5050576 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050582&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fwhy-are-humans-so-drawn-to-sunlight-despite-its-negative-consequences%2F2011.07.20 It doesn’t make sense: If sunlight causes cancer, why are human beings so drawn to it, flocking to sunny beaches for vacation time and hoping for sunshine after a rainy spell? One answer, says David Fisher, chief of dermatology at Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, may be that humans are literally addicted to sunshine so our skin can make vitamin D. New evidence suggests that we get the same kick out of being in the sun that we get from any addictive substance or behavior. It stimulates the so-called “pleasure center” in the brain and releases a rush of feel-good chemicals like endorphins. So there may be more than a desire to look good in a tan behind the urge to soak up the sun’s rays. This craving may be a survival mechanism that evolved over thousands ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050582 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 18:00:34 +0100 5050582 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050879&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fdoes-the-derma-roller-really-work%2F Katie is curious…I have been doing a lot of research on Collagen Induction Therapy using a derma roller. It’s a roller device with a bunch of tiny needles. You roll it over your skin and it creates tiny, microscopic holes in the skin. The theory is if you slightly, slightly injure your skin it will induce your skin to produce more collagen and reduce scars and wrinkles. It has been shown on the The Doctors and Rachel Ray shows and its all over Youtube etc (not that any of these are reliable, but I do trust The Doctors show more than the rest of course!). Creating these tiny holes is also supposed to help topical products penetrate deeper. So I bought into the hype and bought one. It’s only been a couple of weeks and I’ve used it three times. I use one of the smalles... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050879 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 06:01:34 +0100 5050879 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028382&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2Fi0Hs53NQiKQ%2Fsunscreen-graphics.html Information is Beautiful has a superb post:  The Sunscreen Smokescreen meant to answer the question “How much sunscreen should you wear?” The full graphic can be found here.  It begins by explaining UVA and UVB rays, goes on to explain SPF (UVA protection) and the star rating (UVB protection),  and protection times avoided by sunscreen. I cropped out the middle section which is specific to the amount of sunscreen which should be used and how often it should be reapplied.  Not many (if any) of use use enough or reapply often enough. The lower portion of the Information is Beautiful graph gives info on how cloud cover, reflective surfaces (snow, lakes, etc), and altitude affects the amount of  UVA/UVB radiation.  There is a section on skin cancers and one on... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028382 Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:15:00 +0100 5028382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028380&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FwB0sSuEhj5Y%2Flaser-treatment-of-stretch-marks.html Stretch marks (striae distensae) are common.  They represent linear dermal scars accompanied by epidermal atrophy.  Stretch marks aren’t a significant medical problem, but can be a source of significant emotional distress. There are many treatments available, ranging from therapy applied to the skin, laser therapy, and even more invasive surgical methods. Unfortunately, stretch marks remain a tricky problem to target, in which no established treatment exists. A recent article in the  May issue of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal (full reference below) discusses the use of fractional nonablative laser treatment for stretch marks. Dr. Francesca de Angelis and colleagues conducted a clinical study involving 51 patients with striae, three male and 48 female,  who were treate... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028380 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 11:15:00 +0100 5028380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008699&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Dipika Sharma: Flawless skinUse concealer to get a flawless skin. We all tend to face bad hair days from time to time, but a bad make up day might just kill your social status completely. You use make up to bring out the best in you and camouflage all skin issues, but what if things do not fall into place and you go completely wrong with the make up? Be it the choice of colors or the product you try, a bad make up day can be devastating, especially if there is a big occasion like a wedding or a red carpet event. You can always try to stay away from a bad make up day by keeping in mind certain points allowing the make up to add to your beauty. Make your skin look great by using the right makeup tricks hiding all skin issues like facial hair, flaky skin, tired puffy eyes, acne and the lis... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008699 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 13:33:30 +0100 5008699 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008700&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Bhawna Arya Bajaj: Have that flowing skinEnvy others’ flawless skin? Don’t! Follow some simple tips to have youthful and glowing skin. Have you always desired a flawless skin and despite all the effort that you had put in, success seems to be eluding you? Or are you the one who has been testing and trying things to get that soft, supple and young-looking skin but all ending in vain? Here are some simple and easy-to-follow tips that could not only prevent premature ageing of the skin but also give it the required radiance and glow: Keep your skin well hydratedHave at least 10 glasses of water a day. This will help keep your skin hydrated and ease out most of the issues related to premature ageing of skin. You can also make your skin look smooth and supple by using a dermat... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008700 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 13:13:35 +0100 5008700 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008705&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Make upExpert tips to attract attention in party. Pop your beauty with appropriate makeup and style. Makeup is applied to cover up flaws and to look perfect for the occasion. You can look bold to delicate with the type of makeup you apply on your face. Make up can highlight your beauty assets making you more beautiful than ever. Here are some beauty tips to give a dazzling effect to your personality. Hope these tips will help you in looking perfect for the season. 1. PrimerA make up can last for long if a makeup primer is applied to skin before you start applying makeup. It provides a smooth base to the skin. Mix primer well with your moisturizer before applying it on your skin to look natural. You can mix primer with foundation also. 2. EyelinerEye makeup should be don... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008705 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:26:47 +0100 5008705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4997523&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fthe-bottom-line-on-new-fda-sunscreen-guidelines%2F2011.07.03 Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated. -Confucius This is certainly true of sunscreens. “Broad spectrum, UVA, UVB, avobenzone, oxybenzone, parsol, sensitive skin, titanium dioxide, SPF 15, 30, 45, 50, 55, 60, 70, 75, 100, 100+, waterproof, sweatproof, spray, cream, lotion, antioxidant…” We spend about $700 million in sunscreens every year, and many people don’t have a clue as to what’s good or bad, or a waste of money. The Food and Drug Administration has been meaning to help you out with this problem for a while now. Actually for over 30 years (who says nothing gets done in government?). The F.D.A. has made a final decision on sunscreen labels. They’ve sought to make labels simple and accurate to help you choose the right one: 1. The sunscreen must pro... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4997523 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 21:00:40 +0100 4997523 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993007&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Expert beauty tips for applying makeupQuick tips to attract attention in party. Here are some gorgeous makeup tips to make you dazzle at any event. So, if you are planning to attend a party, just remember a few tips to look amazing and outstanding for the event. 1. EyelinerApplying brown or black eye liner makes the eye pop. If you apply eye liner of such shades then it adds depth to the eyes. It could add beauty to the eyes with an effective highlight. Applying them on the lash line adds warmth to the eyes. So, complete your eye makeup with eyeliner.2. CheeksA gel blush could be just perfect if you want to emphasize your cheekbones. Use fingers to apply it evenly on the cheeks. Applying blush to your cheeks will help in adding the glam factor. It is a perfect way to up... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993007 Sat, 02 Jul 2011 10:50:35 +0100 4993007 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4992689&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2F5-important-reasons-to-protect-your-eyes-from-the-suns-uv-radiation%2F2011.07.01 A Pterygium Dermatologists have done a great job promoting sun safety. We all know that we should use sunscreen or sunblock to avoid burns, and to reapply it religiously when we plan to be outdoors for long periods of time. But how often do we think about protecting our eyes from the same UV rays? A dear friend of mine has been on a long-term medicine that makes her skin especially sun-sensitive. She did not take sufficient precautions to protect her eyes from UV radiation (though she always wore sunscreen on her skin), and she developed a pterygium that looks just like the photograph above. Her condition reminded me of the importance of eye protection, and I thought I’d offer you 5 excellent reasons to start shielding your eyes from the sun. UV protection is critical for avoiding: 1... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4992689 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 18:00:52 +0100 4992689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993009&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Top Detox food for summerBest for summer season. It is very easy to lose weight with the right selection of food. They are very helpful in maintaining body in proper shape and make you look beautiful with vibrant skin. Summer is the perfect time to shed those last few pounds from body. A good detox plan includes eating healthy ingredients which are rich in antioxidants. Here is a list of detox foods which you can include this summer for the best results: 1. Beets BeetRich source of potassium. Beets are ultra rich in anti oxidants. They supply potassium to the body along with magnesium and fiber. If you consume beets regularly in your diet it helps to detox the liver, which in turn insures proper functioning of the digestive system. You can add them in your salads or... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993009 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:12:11 +0100 4993009 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993014&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Healthy lifestyleFruits are rich in vitamins and minerals and they provide moisture to the skin. Beauty lies in the eyes of beholder. It is certainly true but to look beautiful it’s just not makeup that helps. You can cover few flaws with makeup but to look beautiful it is essential that skin should be attractive and glowing. Heard of natural beauty? Yes, that doesn’t require much makeup to cover up things. It is already glowing, shining and makes you look vibrant. It is very essential to eat healthy as that reflects on your skin. There are some quick tips that will help you to make you completely beautiful. Just add them to your daily routine and see the amazing effects. 1. Freshen up your breath: Nothing is worse than bad breath. It really creates a bad impressio... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993014 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:19:57 +0100 4993014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993015&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Fat burning food for dinnerHave delicious food for dinner which helps to reduce body fat. There are some food items which when consumed at dinner can help in reducing body fat. There is a whole list of fat burning food items which can help you burn that extra fat from your body. The fact is that these food items keep your metabolism rate high while you are asleep. So, eat the following items at dinner to have a perfect shape. 1. Tuna fish Tuna FishIt delays the process of breaking down of food. Tuna delays the process of breaking down of food, thus tricking your mind to feel satiated for a longer duration. Incorporating suitable alternatives in your diet is a comparatively better way to lose weight. Tuna fish takes full benefit of amino acids responsible for boosting... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993015 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:17:43 +0100 4993015 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984719&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Applying EyeshadowChoose a color which will make your eyes pop. A perfect eye makeup completes your look for the day with an attractive touch. It is essential to select the correct eye make up which suits your eyes well. If you don’t apply eye makeup regularly, there is nothing to fear. Just remember the following steps to get a perfect eye make for the occasion: Cosmetics Required: 1. Primer cream 2. Eye shadow brush3. Eye shadow (for base)4. A dark eye shadow (for highlighting the eyelid)5. Mascara6. Eye liner7. Glitter (if want to add a shimmer)8. Cotton wool Applying Eye Shadow: 1. Clean your skin well before you start applying make up.2. Dampen the brush before you start.3. Apply some primer cream on the eyes to provide a soft and smooth base.4. Apply a bas... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984719 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 07:17:50 +0100 4984719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984442&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=38368&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDisruptiveWomenInHealthCare%2F%7E3%2Fff8Oq-VAK_A%2F Health is where we live, play, work and pray — and also where we moisturize. Eucerin is working to create a Skin Savvy Nation. Welcome, health consumers, to the Eucerin Skin Health Cost Calculator, a tool that quantifies the financial impacts of skincare habits by estimating the life-cycle costs and benefits those skin health habits would have. The Calculator takes the consumer through a battery of questions together which yield a “skin score.” These include personal health habits such as not smoking, using skin-protecting moisturizer on a daily basis, and staying out of the sun. Eucerin gauges the cost of poor skincare at $400 billion a year in the U.S., about $400 per capita for each American. This is part of Eucerin’s PR campaign called the “Skin First Movement,” in wh... Disruptive Women in Health Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984442 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 13:09:26 +0100 4984442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984485&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FA4C4TLM6rbA%2Fcocaine-and-ear-necrosis.html Last week Science Daily had a brief article noting the association of contaminated cocaine with ear necrosis:   Contaminated Cocaine Triggers Decaying, Dying Skin  (photo credit)  I’ve written about skin complications from drug abuse in the past, but this is not one I knew of.  Most common are skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs). The crusty, purplish areas of dead skin (purpura) that can occur with this contaminated cocaine are extremely painful and can open the door to nasty infections.  (note the lower lobe of the ear in the photo) Apparently the cocaine is contaminated with a de-worming drug commonly used by veterinarians called levamisole,  noted by the U.S. DEA to have been found in 30% of confiscated cocaine in 2008 and 70% in 2009. This compl... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984485 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:15:00 +0100 4984485 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4975932&cid=t_96371_107_f&fid=36672&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencebase.com%2Fscience-blog%2Fthe-real-reason-for-pruney-fingers.html – Sit in a bath too long and your fingers will wrinkle up. Everyone from 5 to 95 knows that. The scientific explanation was always that the skin absorbs water and the underlying layer buckles. That’s as may be, but writing in Nature News, Ed Yong explains an explanation from Mark Changizi and colleagues that suggests pruney fingers have an evolutionary advantage in that they allow us to get a grip when we’ve been in the water. Changizi, an evolutionary neurobiologist at 2AI Labs in Boise, Idaho, and his colleagues think that the formation of wrinkles on the pads of our fingers when we swim or bathe act like tyre treads in wet conditions expelling water when conditions are slippery. It’s possible, just don’t rely on a theory to save your glass if you enjoy lon... Sciencebase Science Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4975932 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 16:24:20 +0100 4975932 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976227&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Choosing a FoundationFoundation makes the skin look even and shiny. The first step to apply makeup starts from applying foundation on the skin. It covers the skin well and makes it look even. It hides all the imperfections like scars, dark circles, and discolorations. Every individual has different sort of skin, and based on the skin tone makeup foundation must be selected. 1. Dry Skin Dry Skin FoundationUse liquid foundation for dry skin. Skin appears to be dull and lifeless in such a case. This happens because the skin lacks moisture. For such a skin type, select a foundation which has a moisturizer in it. It will help in making skin even and well moisturized without looking stretched. Liquid foundation is perfect for such skin type. Don’t apply powder as it will... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976227 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:26:48 +0100 4976227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976228&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Vitamin E rich FoodIntake of Vitamin E slows the process of aging. If you include vitamin E in your diet, you are bound to have a healthy and glowing skin. It is known to wrought miracles to your skin and make you look young. Vitamin E has a series of organic compounds that consists of various phenols. It is known as a fat soluble vitamin with very strong anti-oxidant properties. There is no doubt that vitamin E slows down the process of aging as it works as an anti aging antioxidant. So, if you want to fight back the sign of aging and look young, add vitamin E in your diet to get amazing results. You can add it to your diet as natural food or as supplements. 1. Vitamin E rich food a. Wheat germ oil: It helps in curing dryness of skin and gives it a glow.b. Almonds: Nou... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976228 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:23:37 +0100 4976228 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976230&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Make Up TipsHighlight the beauty of your skin with these make up tips. To get the perfect makeup it is necessary to apply a make up which matches your skin tone. Dark skinned people have more pigment in their skin, which makes it look darker. Skin tone could be either but what matters most for the skin is to look and feel healthy. Let us see what matters when it comes to selecting a makeup for dark skinned people. 1. Foundation: For such skin type this is perfect to use creamy and liquid foundation because they are water based foundation. Always choose a foundation which is darker than your skin tone as it will create an illusion of perfect skin covering the skin well. Apply powder to skin to get that perfect touch. It gives an even look to the skin.2. Eye makeup: For t... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976230 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:36:07 +0100 4976230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4975922&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2Fi4DC0FCg59M%2Fideal-dressing-for-stsg-donor-site.html In the 2009 review (2nd reference below),  Voineskos and colleagues did a literature review of skin graft donor-site dressings.  They noted that although there is no clear evidence that moist dressings are any better overall when compared with dry dressings,  there is evidence that moist dressings tend to be less painful than dry dressings. Donor sites take an average of 7 to 21 days to heal, depending on their size, location, and the patient's health status.  This latest study (first article referenced below) compared Aquacel and a modified (perforated) polyurethane dressing modified (MPD).  The study is a prospective randomized double-blind clinical trial which included 50 adult patients.  The authors state (bold emphasis is mine): The ideal dressing sh... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4975922 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:15:00 +0100 4975922 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976234&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Green Eye ShadowIt’s the latest trend in fashion. Your eyes do talk. Using a perfect eye shadow to highlight your eyes completes your make up. Use of green eye shadow is the latest trend and makes you sparkle for the day. You can apply green eye shadow with a pink or golden base. Both colors go well with green and it gives an outstanding look. Follow these simple steps to apply green eye shadow to make your eyes dazzle: Applying Green Eye Shadow Green Eye Shadow 2Quick tips to apply Green eye shadow. 1. Clean your skin around the eyes before you start applying make up on eyes.2. Dampen the brush with some droplets of water before you start.3. Apply some cream on the eyes to provide a soft and smooth base.4. Apply golden eye shadow in less quantity with the brus... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976234 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 07:45:29 +0100 4976234 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968936&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Make up 4Apply moisturizer as it binds the moisture to the skin giving it a smooth look. Different skin tones demand different make up. Use these few handy tips before applying the makeup and then you are ready to dazzle for the world! 1. Moisturizer Don’t forget to apply the correct moisturizer as it binds moisture to the skin giving it a smooth look. Moisturizer makes your skin soft, silky, and lively. It acts as base for the makeup you are about to put on. 2. ConcealerIt is applied to give a flawless complexion to the skin. It hides all unwanted spots and dark circles on the skin. The concealer should always be selected according to the skin type. Concealer appears gray or ashy on dark complexioned people. So, they can opt for golden or orange undertones to balanc... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968936 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 09:54:13 +0100 4968936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968937&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Skin CareA comprehensive regimen is essential for your skin’s health. We use several products to keep our skin beautiful such as moisturizer, sunscreen, gels, serum, and cleansers. All these products form a part of our skin care routine. It is very important to know the correct steps to apply these products to get results. Skin care is divided into two phases: Day and Night. This is so because skin requires different degrees of attention and care at different times. If you apply skin care products in correct sequence then your skin really glows. Day Skin Care Skin care starts from the moment you wake up. Follow our recommended regimen to get the best results: CleansingA good skin care routine begins with cleansing. 1. Cleanser Skin should be clean. So, clea... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968937 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 06:05:58 +0100 4968937 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960342&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Oil CleansingOil cleansing method is best way to keep skin healthy and young. Our skin comes in contact with a lot of harmful chemicals daily and needs proper nourishment to feel healthy and young. Oil cleansing method is great for keeping skin in shape by taking care of it on daily basis. It is a very simple method and can be easily performed at night before going to bed. It removes all dirt, dust, and make up that has settled on your skin throughout the day. You can mix two or three oils according to your skin type to have a good cleansing effect on skin. Castor oil is considered as most effective for cleansing and suits all skin types. The following oils have numerous qualities that can act as a boon for your skin and be a part of your skin care: 1. Jojoba is benefic... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960342 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 11:24:17 +0100 4960342 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960343&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Home FacialOily skin needs special care. Oily skin appears shiny and rougher from other skin types. This happens because the oil producing glands are overactive and produce excessive oil. In such skin type, blackheads are also visible more frequently. There could be several causes for this - hereditary, hormonal imbalance, cosmetics, weather effects like humidity or hot weather. There are several home made facial especially to cure the problem of greasiness and give your skin a healthy and glowing appearance: 1. Mint Juice Facial Mint FacialMint Juice is very effective in curing pimples. This is a very effective facial for oily skin as it helps to cure pimples and dryness of the skin. You can apply fresh mint juice daily before going to bed and wash it off with co... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960343 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 11:05:10 +0100 4960343 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960344&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: PerfumesFragrance is the essence of life. Fragrance is the essence of life. Who doesn’t want to enjoy a pleasant odor throughout the day? It increases confidence levels and improves concentration. Fragrance changes the aura completely and enhances the spirit. We all use perfumes but the fragrance doesn’t last for long. The following tips are useful for holding the fragrance of your perfume for a longer time: 1. Perfume should be always applied on clean skin. The most appropriate time to apply perfume is just after shower because at that time the pores are open and the body is moisturized, as a result the perfume easily gets absorbed in these pores. And the fragrance stays for a longer time. 2. Scent should be applied in layers. You can opt for soaps, body... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960344 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:45:57 +0100 4960344 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960345&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Youthful SkinProper care helps to maintain a healthy and youthful appearance of your skin. With the age it becomes tough to maintain the soft and smooth texture of our skin. Premature aging caused due to pollution or other factors can be controlled. Proper care and maintenance of skin requires some effort. Here are some handy tips that you can add to your lifestyle to get a healthy and youthful look: 1. Water intake Water Is EssentialDrink six to eight glasses of water everyday to maintain your skin’s elasticity. Drinking the required amount of water daily maintains the required hydration, so that the body can function well. It improves the softness of skin. Seven to eight glasses of a day is the minimum requirement of an individual. 2. Sleep well Get adequ... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960345 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:33:32 +0100 4960345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960346&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Knowing Your SkinKnowing your skin type helps to choose products which will help your complexion glow. It is very essential to know your skin type for its proper maintenance. Understanding your skin will make it easier to choose cosmetic products which suit your particular skin type. There are some simple steps to analyze and decide in which category your skin falls: 1. Examine your skin well in front of the mirror. See if it’s dull or has blackheads, acne, pimples etc. There are some regions on the face which might appear different from the rest. Mark those areas.2. For normal skin, the pH level is 6.5 and if your skin pH level is below 6.5, then it is categorized as dry skin. So, try to find out your skin pH level to understand your skin type well.3. Clean your face... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960346 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 07:13:19 +0100 4960346 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960348&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Natural Skin careA special care and attention is required for a glowing and attractive skin. To look fresh and young everyday is a tough task as it is time consuming. But there is a simple solution. There are several home made face masks that can be used easily and they give immediate results. These masks are made from ingredients that are easily accessible at home. Use of such masks gives the skin a healthy look and you don’t need to visit the beauty parlor frequently. The best five home made masks for every skin type are: 1. Egg Almond Face Mask Egg Almond Face maskHelps to recover the lost freshness back. This face mask is a boon for people who have dry skin, as almonds help to recover the lost softness of the face. The skin recovers the glow instantly, a... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960348 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 11:56:20 +0100 4960348 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960349&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Hair CareHair care with natural products makes it easier to maintain hair at home. For women her hairstyle and texture of hair completely compliments her beauty if they are maintained and groomed well. It is add on to her beauty that makes her personality vibrant and appealing. Hair care is lot easier if properly done at home at regular period. It not only saves time but helps you understand what all amount of care your hair need to look beautiful. Natural products are very beneficial for hair as they keep your hair healthy. There are several natural care products that can help you regain lost shine of your hair. 1. Aloe Vera Gel or Lotion Aloe VeraAloe Vera helps to grow hair and reduces hair loss. Aloe Vera has been known for its effective healing capacity and pro... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960349 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 06:03:27 +0100 4960349 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4953393&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F517%2Fprotect-your-skin-this-summer%2F It’s the summer and while you proceed to spend some fun in the sun with your family and friends, it’s important that you properly protect your skin from overexposure—too much sun can lead not only to painful sunburns, but skin cancer and early skin aging such as unattractive wrinkles and sun spots as well. But when it comes to selecting the best sunscreen for you and/or your family, sometimes it’s confusing. So confusing in fact, that the Food and Drug Administration has mandated new sun screen regulations so that consumers can better understand labels and get the protection they need. Under the new regulations, which will take effect next summer, sunscreens will now have to pass a “broad spectrum” test before they can be placed on the market. This test will... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4953393 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 18:31:52 +0100 4953393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4952927&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FOkctnMr440I%2Fsensible-treatment-of-warts.html I was alerted to this not too sensible way of treating warts (H/T Doctor Grumpy)  --- Security guard tries to remove wart from finger with a shotgun (bold emphasis is mine) A SECURITY guard from South Yorkshire shot himself in the hand to try to remove a wart from his finger. Sean Murphy, 38, lost most of his left middle finger after using the stolen 12-bore Beretta shotgun at a garden centre in Doncaster.  …… But he said: “The best thing is that the wart has gone. It was giving me lot of trouble.”   ………   My post from September 2009 gives much more sensible treatment methods for wart removal.  Here it is:    I’m sure I don’t see as many patients with common skin warts as my family practice or dermatology colleagues, but these... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4952927 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 11:15:01 +0100 4952927 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934159&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fwhat-to-expect-from-the-new-sunscreen-labels%2F2011.06.16 Yesterday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration released the new rules regarding labeling of sunscreen.  The goal is to make it easier for the average person to chose a sunscreen. The new labels will not be in place until next summer, so you need to be aware. When the new labels are in place, NO sunscreen will be allowed to be labeled as a SUNBLOCK or as WATERPROOF. Under the new labeling rules Products that have SPF values between 2 and 14 may be labeled as Broad Spectrum if they pass the required test. Only products that are labeled both as Broad Spectrum with SPF values of 15 or higher may state that they reduce the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging, when used as directed. A warning statement will be required on any product that is not Broad Spectrum, or that is Broad Spect... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934159 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 16:00:00 +0100 4934159 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4921367&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=35060&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthnewsblog.com%2Fblog%2F606111 Two promising new skin cancer treatments were announced today at a American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting in Chicago. BBC News reports that both drugs have shown to improve the survival rates of patients. Here are details about each drug: Vemurafenib is a pill that give patients better odds of surviving than chemotherapy. 84% of advanced melanoma patients who took the pills twice daily were still alive six months later, compared to 64% of the chemotherapy patients. The BBC says the results were so good the trail was stopped early and the chemo patients were switch over to Vemurafenib. Ipilimumab is a drug that is taken intravenously, whic also promises to give melanoma patients extra years of life. While the new drugs are promisng, the L.A. Times and Reuters have realistic buzz-ki... HealthNewsBlog.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4921367 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 02:00:00 +0100 4921367 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4847958&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Finflammatory-bowel-disease-puts-patients-at-risk-for-some-skin-cancers%2F2011.05.20 I stumbled across this review article (first full reference below) earlier this week. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States.  Most skin cancers form in older people on parts of the body exposed to the sun or in people who have weakened immune systems (such as inflammatory bowel disease patients on immunosuppressive therapy). According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), in there were more than one million new cases of nonmelanoma skin cancers (NMSC) in the United States in 2010.  There were less than 1,000 NMSC deaths during the same time. NMSC includes  squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and basal cell carcinoma (BCC).   Both occur more frequently on sunlight-exposed areas such as the head and neck. BCC is far more common than SCC and accounts for approxim... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4847958 Fri, 20 May 2011 14:00:00 +0100 4847958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841554&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FfHkmS_t5G1U%2Fnonmelanoma-skin-cancer-in-ibd-patients.html I stumbled across this review article (first full reference below) earlier this week.   Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States.  Most skin cancers form in older people on parts of the body exposed to the sun or in people who have weakened immune systems (such as inflammatory bowel disease patients on immunosuppressive therapy).  According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), in there were more than one million new cases of nonmelanoma skin cancers (NMSC) in the United States in 2010.  There were less than 1,000 NMSC deaths during the same time. NMSC includes  squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and basal cell carcinoma (BCC).   Both occur more frequently on sunlight-exposed areas such as the head and neck. BCC is far more c... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841554 Thu, 19 May 2011 11:15:00 +0100 4841554 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841482&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fa-new-dna-test-for-skin-cancer-scotch-tape%2F2011.05.18 “I hate needles.” Patients say this to me everyday. When you think about it, who “likes” needles? Skin biopsies are relatively painless, but they still involve the dreaded needle and always leave scars. The trouble is we dermatologists cannot guarantee that a mole isn’t skin cancer without sending a biopsy for pathology. That is, until now. Although it is not available in clinic yet, an almost incredible new innovation might allow us to determine if a mole is cancerous by testing the DNA of the mole. It sounds like it’s from an episode of CSI, but it’s real. Melanomas have DNA (messager-RNA to be exact, but it’s a little complicated) that differentiate them from normal moles, so testing the mole for melanoma requires only a tiny sample of skin. Fortunately, no needles are ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841482 Wed, 18 May 2011 17:00:53 +0100 4841482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841553&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FLvmzpHO3Vmc%2Fdear-16-year-old-me.html I learned about this education video via @SeattleMamaDoc.    Sun safe practices: Staying in the shade, especially between the sun’s peak hours (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.). Covering up with clothing, a brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses. Avoiding tanning and UV tanning booths. Use sunscreen, SPF 15 or above, preferably one with a sunblock component also.  To protect against the UVA rays, the product needs to have avobenzone (Parsol 1789), ecamsule (Mexoryl), titanium dioxide, or micro-zinc oxide. Sunscreens should not be used in babies under 6 months old.  It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for this group to use other sun safe practices such as the ones just mentioned.     Related blog posts: Sun Protection (March 19, 2009) Mela... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841553 Wed, 18 May 2011 11:15:00 +0100 4841553 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4820793&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=35060&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthnewsblog.com%2Fblog%2F512111 FotoFinder Systems has launched a device for mobile skin cancer examinations with the iPhone. The handyscope device is attached to the iPhone and directly put on the patients' skin. The handyscope converts your iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 into a digital dermatoscope. It allows you to take brilliant polarized mole pictures of up to 20X magnification and to save them in a password protected App. A device like the handyscope could potentially be used for an initial skin cancer check without the need for a patient to come in to the office. If a mole looked suspicious than the patient could come into the doctor's office for a biopsy. Photo: FotoFinder Systems Permalink | Facebook | Twitter | Recent Headlines | News Feeds (Source: HealthNewsBlog.com) HealthNewsBlog.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4820793 Thu, 12 May 2011 19:00:00 +0100 4820793 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4813672&cid=t_96371_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2FUGg3_Y9s14U%2F Hello and top of the morning to you. A sparkly sun is warming the Pharmalot corporate campus this morning, where we are scrambling to cope with a growing assortment of meetings and deadlines. We know you can relate. So please join us for a cup of stimulation - our flavor today is Cinnamon Cream Swirl - as you ready yourself. Meanwhile, here are some tidbits from around the world. Dig in and have a productive day… Arena Plans Shorter Study For Rejected Diet Pill (San Diego Union-Tribune) Medco CEO Sees A Biotech M&A Blitz (Reuters) FDA Asks Hip Makers For Patient Data On Metal Levels In Blood (Bloomberg News) Roche Will Seek Approval For New Skin Cancer Med (Reuters) Sanofi Plans To Revamp Animal Health Unit (Financial Times) Teva Reports A Decline In US Generic Drug Sales (Bloom... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4813672 Wed, 11 May 2011 12:09:24 +0100 4813672 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4775479&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F02%2Fare-ph-balanced-skincare-products-better%2F Lily longs to learn…Should I only buy skin products that are pH-balanced? The Left Brain replies: I’ve always maintained that pH balanced skin care products are just marketing hype because the skin’s natural pH resets itself within as little as 15 minutes after applying lotion. But as a good scientist, I’m always willing to change my mind when new evidence is presented. In this particular case, new evidence has come in the form of an article written by the Beauty Brains’ favorite dermatologist, Zoe Diana Draelos, M.D. Should I change my opinion that pH balance is bunk? Read on to find out. Acid reign? In her article on Modernmedicine.com, Dr. Draelos points out that while the idea of pH-balanced products began as “marketing strategy” for products t... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4775479 Mon, 02 May 2011 06:01:48 +0100 4775479 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4742324&cid=t_96371_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2011%2F04%2Fbreast-cancer-skin-findings%2F In addition to a palpable mass, physical exam in patients with breast cancer sometimes reveals one of the characteristic breast skin changes that can accompany this condition. These are: 1. a chronic, non-healing sore 2. inflammed tissue that does not resolve with antibiotics 3. crusty, itchy nipple resembling eczema 4. nipple deviation 5. dimpled skin in one quadrant of the breast 6. unilateral nipple inversion (caused by subareolar carcinoma) 7. peau d’orange (large prominent skin pores) 8. stiffened, leathery skin (Source: Inside Surgery) Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4742324 Sat, 23 Apr 2011 06:02:58 +0100 4742324 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4742326&cid=t_96371_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2011%2F04%2Fpatient-rosemary-winter-large-monetary-award-malpractice-suit-plastic-surgeon-dr-william-jervis%2F Rosemary Winter filed suit against plastic surgeon Dr. William Jervis of Walnut Grove, California and was awarded $886,000 by a jury for facial scarring resulting after Dr. Jervis performed a Rhytec Portrait Plasma skin resurfacing procedure on her. (Source: Inside Surgery) Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4742326 Sat, 23 Apr 2011 02:02:10 +0100 4742326 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4734434&cid=t_96371_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FibXzn1ApJCk%2F Our hormones control almost every aspect of our daily lives, from our reproductive functions and our appearance to our sleep, and even the way we store and burn fat. No matter how a hormonal imbalance manifests itself on the outside, the internal reality remains the same – any and all hormonal imbalances lead to difficulty losing weight and an increased risk of obesity. Unfortunately, the most common imbalances cannot be solved by dieting alone. In fact, they can prevent successful fat loss, even when great diet and exercise plans are in place. Most of us experience the very subtle symptoms of a hormonal imbalance every day. These are things like feeling tired after eating, having difficulty falling asleep, or waking up each night between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. Or maybe you notice that you do... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4734434 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 13:00:35 +0100 4734434 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4734157&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FaE40uS8rb7o%2Fsprings-poison-ivy-warning.html This past weekend I helped my husband and his mother clean up some debris from the storms which had come through Thursday night/Friday morning.  Here are before and after photos. Around the periphery of her yard and growing up her trees is poison ivy. If you have read my blog over the past few years, you may recall that poison ivy and I don’t mix well.  I seem to have managed to not accidently grab any of it when picking up limbs and debris.   I am very thankful. Still, it’s time to remind myself and you to watch out for poison ivy as you get outside to walk and play. …… Here is a “updated” version of my post from May 23, 2008 I love to walk in the woods with my dog. I am lucky to have a neighbor who has a trail through her woods around her pond that sh... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4734157 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:17:00 +0100 4734157 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4724028&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F04%2F18%2Fwill-olay-thermal-pedicure-treatment-give-me-a-hotfoot%2F Lauren’s lament… I bought the new Oil of Olay Thermal Pedicure Foot Treatment. How does it work? How does it know to stop getting hot? Could it ever get too hot? I don’t want to burn my toes! The Right Brain responds: Olay’s Thermal Pedicure works by a chemical process known as heat of dissolution. Which is just a fancy way of saying when the product is mixed with water, heat is released. We won’t bore you with the laws of thermodynamics, all you really need to know is this: Self-heating Secret Unlike most liquid products, Thermal Pedicure is based on a chemical called PEG-4 instead of water. Why? Because when PEG-4 is mixed with water it releases heat. This is not new technology, there have been many self-warming products that use this neat little trick. C... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4724028 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 06:01:36 +0100 4724028 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4714690&cid=t_96371_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F04%2F15%2Fsunbeds-regulation-act-2010-guidance-on-the-implementation-of-the-sunbeds-regulation-act-2010%2F Title: Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010: Guidance on the implementation of the Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010 Skinny: Guidence report for local authorities to support enforcement of the Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010 The purpose of this guidance is to support local authority authorised officers in successfully implementing the Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010 (the Act), which comes into force on 8 April 2011. The main purpose of the Act is to prevent the use of sunbeds on commercial business premises by children and young people under the age of 18. The Act also contains powers for further regulation. The Welsh Assembly Government intends to introduce the Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010 (Wales) Regulations 2011 in October 2011 to further regulate sunbed businesses in Wales. At this time, the Secreta... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4714690 Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:45:58 +0100 4714690 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4709237&cid=t_96371_107_f&fid=36672&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencebase.com%2Fscience-blog%2Frecent-science-news-roundup.html Optical catapulting for explosive fingerprint detection – Optical catapulting-laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy has been used to successfully detect residues of common explosives in human fingerprints, according to researchers from Egypt and Spain. Unsettling enzymes – Millisecond oscillations can massively impact how an enzyme functions, a new NMR spectroscopic study in the US reveals. The study suggests that finding ways to control such movements, without altering the overall structure of an enzyme might be useful in disabling an enzyme in disease. Proof of principle was demonstrated with an enzyme from Escherichia coli. Melanoma lead – Cheminformatics has helped researchers home in on a single compound that could lead to a new approach to treating malignant melanoma... Sciencebase Science Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4709237 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 09:00:34 +0100 4709237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4704958&cid=t_96371_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2FhWBKw4PwEO0%2F Top of the morning to you. Gray skies are hovering over the Pharmalot corporate campus this morning, where we are hustling the short people off to the school house for some learning and quaffing our usual cup of stimulation - our flavor today is Mocha Fudge Nut. Please join us. While you do, here are some tidbits from around your universe. We hope your day is productive and rewarding. Meanwhile, let us know of anything interesting or unusual. Have a great one… Study Reveals New Target For Antidepressants (Reuters) Teva MS Pill Reduces Relapses Less Most Injectables (Bloomberg News) Glaxo Moving More Jobs To Scotland (Scotland Herald) FDA Approves Merck Skin Cancer Drug (Reuters) Biogen MS Pill Shows Promise In Study (Associated Press) UK Docs May Consider Cost When Prescribing Off-La... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4704958 Tue, 12 Apr 2011 12:07:42 +0100 4704958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696707&cid=t_96371_111_f&fid=39123&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fnursingcomments%2Ftdtc%2F%7E3%2Ff7IaZdMz4yc%2F    Tuberculosis Bacteria           Is tuberculosis a contagious killer?  Well, it depends on which type of tuberculosis (commonly called TB) we are talking about, active or inactive.  Active tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious disease.  Just like the common cold, it spreads through the air, but only people who are sick with TB in their lungs are infectious.  This type of TB means the bacteria are active in the body and the immune system is unable to stop them from causing illness.  People with active tuberculosis in their lungs can pass the bacteria on to anyone they come into close contact with.  When a person with active tuberculosis coughs, sneezes, talks, spits or even sings, people nearby can breathe in the tuberculosis bacteria and become infected.  If the disease re... Nursing Comments blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696707 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 16:49:58 +0100 4696707 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4693323&cid=t_96371_107_f&fid=36672&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencebase.com%2Fscience-blog%2Ffive-more-science-stories-2.html Tevetron finds new particle – Scientists at the particle accelerator have reported a study of the invariant mass distribution of jet pairs produced in association with a W boson using data collected with the CDF detector which correspond to an integrated luminosity of 4.3 fb^-1. The observed distribution has an excess in the 120-160 GeV/c^2 mass range which is not described by current theoretical predictions within the statistical and systematic uncertainties. They found a new particle, in other words. Possibly. Open-source chemistry – Nothing beats ChemDraw…apparently…but if you're on Linux, you're stuck. Simply doing a search in the Ubuntu Software Installer for chemical drawing software turns up quite a few results, often with confusingly similar names ... Sciencebase Science Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4693323 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 07:00:08 +0100 4693323 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4677134&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F514%2Fthe-dirt-on-common-cosmetic-ingredients%2F Have you given up trying to figure out what causes your skin allergies? Unbeknownst to many consumers, we could be spending good money on products that we think are good for our skin but are actually causing allergic reactions, dermatitis, premature aging, and worse.  The following are the cosmetic industry’s dirtiest ingredients, rated according to Environmental Working Group’s cosmetics database Skin Deep, which references the American Cancer Society and other reliable organizations.  Skin Deep rates specific ingredients on a hazard scale from 0 to 10, the latter being the most harmful. Petrochemicals Petroleum jelly, isopropyl alcohol, butyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, ethanol Found in skin astringents, perfumes Petrolatum (petroleum jelly) rates a low 2 on Skin Deep’s hazard scal... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4677134 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 16:16:43 +0100 4677134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4643014&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F506%2Ftrue-skincare-and-products-with-idebenone%2F If you do a search for true skincare products, one of the first things you will see is information about a compound called idebenone.  What is it?  That’s what this post is all about. Idebenone is described in most advertisements as a synthetic analog of the antioxidant coenzyme Q10 or COQ10 for short.  I am a big proponent of all naturally occurring forms of COQ10.  I have seen what the antioxidant can do. If you are over the age of 20 and you are not taking the dietary supplement on a daily basis, you should be.  It could help you live a longer healthier life.  It could reduce your risk of heart disease and help prevent gum disease.  It can also help protect your skin from damaging UV radiation. For many years, we have been told by marketers and major healthcare organizations th... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4643014 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 18:12:17 +0100 4643014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4642858&cid=t_96371_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2Fn3w-dFUNHGE%2F It’s a good morning, and we’re about to put a serious spring in your step during this second week of spring. How? Our 40 Days of Giveaways are back and all-new today. (If you’re late to this spring fling: Blisstree is using the season of Lent to reward you for giving up your vices in favor of healthier habits. Each weekday from now until May 3, we’ll give away a different prize to one reader just for becoming our Facebook fan.) And we hope today’s nifty prize will help launch you into a healthier, happier spring season. We’re giving away a one month’s supply of Nature Made’s Açaí + SuperFruit Super Antioxidant to one reader who simply “Likes” Blisstree on Facebook. About Nature Made Açaí + SuperFruit Super Antioxidant: A combination of extracts from the ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4642858 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:30:33 +0100 4642858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4592440&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FQk7v5RQr7Io%2Fmelanocyte-keratinocyte-transplantation.html Browsing the news I stumbled across this March 2010 article on ScienceDaily -- Skin Transplant Offers New Hope to Vitiligo Patients.  Though I know a little of vitiligo, I admit I had never heard of MKTP surgery.  Interesting. MKTP (melanocyt-keratinocyte-transplantation) surgery  is performed in Europe, Asia and Middle East, but not commonly in the United States.  The article noted Henry Ford Hospital is the first to perform the procedure in the U.S. and are using the same technique developed by MKTP pioneer Sanjeev Mulekar, M.D., of the National Vitiligo Center in Saudi Arabia. (photo credit) MKTP involves harvesting melanocyte cells from an area of healthy skin and separating them to make a skin cell mixture. This mixture is then applied to the treatment area and co... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4592440 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:16:00 +0100 4592440 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4560270&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fidentifying-skin-cancer-with-light%2F2011.03.08 Duke University scientists have been successfully testing a new laser system they developed to identify cancerous skin moles. Two lasers in the system are used to identify the presence of eumelanin in biopsy slices and a future version of the device may work directly without having to sample the mole. According to an article in Science Translational Medicine, “the ratio of eumelanin to pheomelanin captured all investigated melanomas but excluded three-quarters of dysplastic nevi and all benign dermal nevi.” From the press release: The tool probes skin cells using two lasers to pump small amounts of energy, less than that of a laser pointer, into a suspicious mole. Scientists analyze the way the energy redistributes in the skin cells to pinpoint the microscopic locations of diff... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4560270 Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:00:42 +0100 4560270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4560627&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F502%2F10-natural-post-waxing-treatments-for-your-skin%2F Waxing your skin can lead to numerous problems ranging from skin irritation and dryness, to ingrown hairs and pimples. But treating your skin after you wax it doesn’t have to be an expensive or complicated process. If you have the funds, there are numerous products available to help treat your skin which can help reduce skin irritation and infection. Shea butter, tea tree oil, witch hazel, olive oil, and cod liver oil are all popular post-waxing treatments, but if you’re on a strict budget, that are various natural remedies known to help treat skin irritation and dryness that can be found in the back of your cupboards or even your refrigerator. Here are ten natural products that are known to help reduce skin irritation and ingrown hairs after waxing: 1.  Tea bags Scientific studies ha... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4560627 Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:36:01 +0100 4560627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4549750&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fhard-water-is-it-hard-on-your-skin%2F2011.03.04 Hard water is tap water that’s high in minerals such as calcium and magnesium. Hard water isn’t harmful, except the minerals prevent your soap from sudsing. Some people think that hard water is more likely to cause a rash than soft water. Take a recent patient of mine: He moved his family to San Diego from the East Coast (good move this winter, no?) After they moved here, they noticed their skin became dry and itchy. He blamed San Diego’s notoriously hard water and installed a water softener in the main water line. It was costly, but did it improve their skin? A recent study from the UK looked at this question: Does hard water worsen eczema? The answer was no, it doesn’t. Water hardness did not seem to have any impact on eczema, the most common skin rash. What’s more important t... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4549750 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 22:00:50 +0100 4549750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4536127&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2Fl9fxYQ0C5R8%2Fnew-research-in-prevention-of-keloid.html A keloid scar is the result of an abnormal proliferation of scar tissue that forms at the site of an injury to the skin (eg, on the site of a surgical incision or trauma).  Keloid scars do not regress.  They grow beyond the original margins of the scar which differs from hypertrophic scars which while raised do not grow beyond the boundaries of the original wound.  Hypertrophic scars may reduce over time.  Keloid scars tend to recur after excision so anything that can help me prevent their formation is welcome. I stumbled across this press release a few weeks ago.  It explains the findings published in the article (first reference below) published online January 21, 2011in the British Journal of Dermatology which notes a possible molecular target in the prevention... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4536127 Wed, 02 Mar 2011 12:16:00 +0100 4536127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4517167&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Ftoner-serum-or-cream-which-first-on-your-face%2F2011.02.24 Step-by-step skin care? It’s complicated. You have a cabinet full of toners, creams, and serums and you don’t know what goes on when. Using products in the wrong order could mean you’re not getting the most for your money. Here’s a guide to make it easier for you: 1. Toners Toners are astringents, which means they contract tissue like pores, making your face feel tighter. They often contain alcohols and are used to remove oil from the skin as well as tightening. Therefore, you should use them first. If you have dry or sensitive skin, however, you might skip them completely because they can make dryness worse. 2. Serums Serums are liquid cosmetics. They usually have antioxidants or peptides to minimize the day’s damage done to your skin and to give you a more youthful appearance.... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4517167 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 22:00:21 +0100 4517167 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507604&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F497%2Fhomemade-exfoliator-for-dry-and-oily-skin%2F To keep you skin healthy and young you need to regularly moisturize your skin, tone your skin, cleanse your skin and exfoliate it. While moisturization helps in keeping the moisture to your skin, toning helps in keeping the pores of the skin clean, thus maintaining the health of the skin, exfoliation helps in the removal of the dead cells from the skin, thus giving the skin a brand new look. Exfoliation treats the blemished skin, dark marks, clogged pores, hyper pigmentation and dry skin. A few home made exfoliators that give a new lease of life to your skin A natural and home made exfoliator is the ones that work best and without any side effects in comparison to the chemically prepared exfoliating products. Exfoliator is better avoided by the people who have acne prone skin as it may inc... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507604 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 04:16:47 +0100 4507604 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4495318&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=38856&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.timemastermd.com%2F%3Fp%3D2181 Pain in the Butt Poop Dermatitis Linked to Fashionable Toilet Seats, Harsh Chemicals! Jessica Alba – wedgy in edgy Toilet seat dermatitis is one of those legendary conditions described in medical textbooks and seen in underdeveloped countries, but now we are seeing it in the most exclusive backsides in the States.  Jessica, watch where you sit, you might get a poop rash! One of culprits responsible for the butt condition are harsh cleaning chemicals and exotic wooden toilet seats — making a comeback as bathroom décor — especially seats covered with varnishes and paints.  You can get a rash on your butt just looking at this picture!  (Is that a cupholder?)  Most butt rash cases are fairly benign and easy to treat with topical steroids, but inflammation can persist... Timemaster MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4495318 Fri, 18 Feb 2011 20:45:48 +0100 4495318 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4489886&cid=t_96371_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FiREEfhvNGe4%2F What it is: The Healthy Deodorant by Lavanila Laboratories What’s in it: Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Alpha-Glucan oligosaccharide (sugar derived), carrageenan, goji berry, valerian, corn starch, and more – the full list of ingredients varies depending on the scent. What’s not in it: Aluminum, petrochemicals, phthalates, propylene glycol, mineral oils, silicone, synthetic dyes, sulfates, or parabens. What it feels like: A little rough going on — the bar is really solid, and pressing hard to apply can be painful to sensitive or razor-burned skin — but once it’s on, you’ll be dry and happy and vanilla-scented. What it smells like: The bad news? You’re out of luck if you don’t like vanilla. The five available scents — Vanilla Passion Fruit, Vanilla ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4489886 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 21:39:02 +0100 4489886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4489797&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F02%2F17%2Fis-cell-phone-radiation-bad-for-your-skin%2F In this study, researchers found that people who suffered from EHS couldn’t tell if the cell phone was switched on or not which suggests that the symptoms are not caused by radiation at all. The researchers said that even though radiation is not really causing the problem, the symptoms are a real problem for those who suffer from this syndrome. Some people even cover themselves and their homes in aluminum foil stop what they feel are dangerous rays. It’s sad that they feel this way, but it’s wrong that they blame their cell phones and it’s wrong that Clarins is feeding on this fear to sell a product. The Beauty Brains bottom line Based on the available science, I’m sure you don’t really need to spend $40.00 for 3P Screen Mist to protect your skin from yo... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4489797 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 06:01:54 +0100 4489797 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4473013&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F02%2F13%2Fdoes-the-skin-lightening-ingredient-hydroquinone-cause-cancer-2%2F Kristin’s concerned about hydroquinone…Is hydroquinone a carcinogen? I’ve read so many conflicting reports; and I know it’s been banned in several European countries, but it’s still being recommended by dermatologists here in the US. Just the presence of benzene in there, and its use in photographic development materials, are enough to freak me out just a little. The Left Brain calms her qualms (sort of): Hydroquinone, for those of you who might not know, is a chemical used in skin lightening creams. It works by decreasing the formation of melanin, the pigment in your skin that gives it color. It’s applied topically to lighten areas of darkened skin such as freckles, age spots, cholasma, and melasma. Does it cause cancer? Unfortunately, there doesn&#8217... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4473013 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 06:02:11 +0100 4473013 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4455293&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FSEMJVkGflLw%2Fshark-skin.html Did you happen to catch the CBS Sunday Morning piece by David Pogue  “How Shark Skin May Help Save Lives”?  Turns out nothing grows on a shark’s skin.  Not barnacles.  Not bacteria.  This is why biomedical engineer Tony Brennan, University of Florida, is studying shark skin. Initially, Brennan studied shark skin as a way to help the Navy solve the huge and expensive problem of barnacle buildup on their ships. When he studied shark denticles under the electron microscope, he discovered why. "I said, "Wow!, That shark pattern, I'd never seen it before,'" he said. And he believes that has something to do with no bacterial growth. Brennan wondered if he could re-create the shark skin surface on plastic sheets. "Sharks' denticles are s... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4455293 Wed, 09 Feb 2011 12:15:00 +0100 4455293 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4438931&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F02%2F05%2Fdoes-oc8-oil-control-genius-really-work-2%2F Christi’s curious…I was wondering if you could tell me about the product OC8 Oil Control Genius. It says it has “ACRYSORB micro-particles” (which sounds like a marketing gimick to me), and it absorbs only the excess oil on your skin. I’m just wondering if it really does absorb the excess oil like it says it does. And if it is absorbing oil, like it says it is, and it’s all sitting on your skin, would this cause acne? The Right Brain Responds: Christi, The Beauty Brains applaud your skepticism! Acrysorb sounds like Marketing hype to us too! Let’s take a closer look: Ingredients Purified water, Acrysorb (brand of acrylates copolymer), propylene glycol, PEG-400, carbomer 940, sodium hydroxide, methylparaben, and disodium EDTA. The last two are easy:... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4438931 Sat, 05 Feb 2011 13:27:19 +0100 4438931 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4433180&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F02%2F03%2Fhow-to-tell-if-you-need-a-facial-2%2F Cheong’s facing a facial…Do I really need to get a facial to get a perfect complexion or is just cleansing and moisturizing at home enough? If I do need facials, how often should I get them? The Right Brain replies: The first question is: why should you get a facial in the first place? What good does it really do? The answer depends on what kind of facial you get and who does it. Facial facts According to the American Academy of Dermatologists, facial rejuvenation can effectively reduce wrinkles, treat sun spots, tighten loose skin, improve skin tone and color, remove blotchiness, and eliminate damaged blood vessels. They discuss 9 types of facial treatments including the use of Topical Products; Fillers and Botox; Chemical Peels; Dermabrasion and Microdermabrasion; Laser Res... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4433180 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 06:01:59 +0100 4433180 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4429044&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FK7QQyGjK-iI%2Fclosure-of-facial-mohs-defects.html It is very likely there will never be a complete consensus on the best or correct way to close defects left by Mohs’ surgical excision of skin cancers on the face.  Which is best?  Direct linear closure.  Local flap. Skin graft. In my opinion, it comes down to multiple factors but perhaps the most important are:   Where on the face is the defect?  How lax is the surrounding skin?  The authors of the recent Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Journal article on the topic (full reference below) write in their introduction in favor of direct closure (the first step in the reconstructive ladder): This first step on the reconstructive ladder is often overlooked in favor of more intricate local flap options. If performed properly, direct linear closure r... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4429044 Wed, 02 Feb 2011 12:19:00 +0100 4429044 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4419347&cid=t_96371_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2Fu94sp041YWY%2F Vanessa Giacoppo was completing her final year of college when her health took a nosedive. The once vibrant and slim 26-year-old now barely recognized herself. “I felt like I had mono. I was sleeping all the time,” says Giacoppo. “At one point, my mother wondered if I was pregnant because I’d gained so much weight.” There were other problems, too. She was eating more than usual; her skin was very dry; and her hair and nails were brittle. So Vanessa went to the doctor and had the full battery of tests. The blood work revealed that while she wasn’t producing enough thyroid hormones (known as T3 and T4), her thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) was elevated. The labs pointed to a disease known as Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition in which antibodies attack the gland ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4419347 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 13:24:34 +0100 4419347 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4418594&cid=t_96371_72_f&fid=38877&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laseroffers.com%2Flasers-to-ask-your-doctor-about-for-younger-looking-skin%2F Diet, exercise and healthier living may make us feel younger but too often our skin tells the true tale of our age, despite our best efforts to mitigate the damage to our skin that can make us look much older over time. Aging skin, with its “loose” feel, sagging, fine lines, enlarged pores, sallow complexion, [...]Post from: Aesthetic Laser OffersLasers to Ask Your Doctor About for Younger Looking Skin (Source: Aesthetic Lasers) Aesthetic Lasers blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4418594 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 04:53:45 +0100 4418594 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4414572&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=38856&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.timemastermd.com%2F%3Fp%3D1938 SAVE YOUR SKIN – SAVE YOUR ASS! Blue or Green Eyed Blonds be careful – you are at the highest risk for skin cancers – www.finest.se/asavesterlund , http://www.aftonbladet.se/nojesbladet/article8464803.ab It’s the UVA and UVB rays that cause the problem, and a lot of sunscreens block only one of the two.  More importantly, the sunscreen must be applied often since sweat and water renders it ineffective as it leaves the surface of the skin.  Even “waterproof” blockers don’t stay on well. Chloe Sevigny and Marc Jacobs support melanoma research showing the biggest organ is indeed, your skin, and it needs to be protected!  Any volunteers to help protect Chloe protect her skin better? The Swedish Melanoma Study Group (SMSG) is a network of  Nordic... Timemaster MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4414572 Sun, 30 Jan 2011 13:49:26 +0100 4414572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4414403&cid=t_96371_72_f&fid=38877&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laseroffers.com%2Fcombining-laser-modalities%2F Effectively treating vascular and pigmented lesions — from common facial telangiectasias to more challenging hemangiomas — relies on identifying the appropriate tools and then honing one’s technique to achieve the best results. However, more often than not, patients want to make the most of their sessions by undergoing concomitant facial resurfacing to improve wrinkles and [...]Post from: Aesthetic Laser OffersBenefits to Combining Laser Modalities (Source: Aesthetic Lasers) Aesthetic Lasers blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4414403 Sun, 30 Jan 2011 05:15:37 +0100 4414403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4405006&cid=t_96371_72_f&fid=38877&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laseroffers.com%2Fskin-conditions-facing-people-of-color%2F People of African, Asian, Latin and Native American backgrounds know that their skin, hair and nails are subject to conditions that do not affect lighter skinned people. “While most of these are not serious, they may be disturbing, troubling or unsightly,” says Joshua Fox, MD, a leading dermatologist, founder of Advanced Dermatology and an official [...]Post from: Aesthetic Laser OffersSkin Conditions Facing People of Color (Source: Aesthetic Lasers) Aesthetic Lasers blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4405006 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 17:53:40 +0100 4405006 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4394660&cid=t_96371_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FuK-aD1ODU2U%2F A mild Hailey-Hailey breakout on the back Last week I kicked off our new series about living with a chronic health condition by giving you all the gory details about a genetic skin disease called Hailey-Hailey. I’m following up with that today, so that next week we can focus on a different (yet equally challenging) health condition. Skin disease are tough, for the obvious reason that it’s very difficult (yet often essential) to hide them on a daily basis from strangers, friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, and the world at large. So much so that trying to conceal a nasty, bloody, scabby, and pus-filled disease like Hailey-Hailey can often become a full-time job in and of itself. (Gauze pads, bandages, and cotton undershirts and shorts that will surely get ruined are a part o... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4394660 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 21:21:43 +0100 4394660 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4372109&cid=t_96371_113_f&fid=38494&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcuretogether.com%2Fblog%2F2011%2F01%2F19%2Fannouncing-uc-davis-teledermatology-partnership%2F We are excited to announce a new academic research partner at CureTogether! University of California Davis April W. Armstrong, MD MPH Personalized Therapeutics and Evaluation of Treatment Responses in Skin Diseases from Patient-Driven Data (in progress) Dr. Armstrong and her team will be analyzing CureTogether’s dataset of skin diseases to help us find publishable discoveries faster. They will also contribute pictures of different severities of skin diseases from real, consented patients, to help CureTogether members identify how severe their skin disease is and find more personalized treatment options. Dr. April Armstrong is Director of the Clinical Research Unit and Teledermatology Program at the Department of Dermatology at UC Davis, trained at Harvard Dermatology Residency Progr... The Collective Well blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4372109 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:17:23 +0100 4372109 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4337995&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2F8bIayPpR7Yc%2Fpropranolol-treatment-for-infantile.html The Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal article from 2009 (second reference below) spurred Will J. M. Holmes, M.R.C.S and colleagues to write a letter to the journal noting their experience with propranolol in the treatment of infantile hemangiomas. Holmes cited two articles (references 3 and 4 below) which report the efficacy of of β-blockers in the treatment of hemangioma. As part of a larger study, we have used propranolol in a total of 15 patients. So far, we have observed signs of rapid involution of hemangioma within the first week of treatment in all patients. The response rate is faster than those we have seen when corticosteroids are used. In addition to stopping the proliferation of hemangiomas, propranolol also causes rapid involution within a short period. We now o... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4337995 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 12:14:00 +0100 4337995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4331162&cid=t_96371_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2Fs9hb2i8g3ds%2F Healing drill spot (center) and recurring bruise (bottom of nail) You may recall that back in mid-October I had a little health scare concerning my left big toe. That is, there was a slight possibility that a bruise at the base of my toenail that had been hanging around for months was actually a melanoma. (If you have no idea what I’m talking about, you can read the follow-up post to my toe drama.) Luckily for me, it turned out not to be an acral lentiginous melanoma (like the one that killed Bob Marley), but merely a pocket of blood that had pooled inside a small indentation. I found this out after my nice podiatrist, Dr. Bruce Lashley, manually drilled into my toenail and drained the blood. Drained blood means no more bruise which means no melanoma which means no cancer which means... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4331162 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:06:40 +0100 4331162 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4324795&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fwinterize-your-mind-and-body%2F2011.01.08 This is a guest post from Dr. Jena Wider. ********** Winterize Your Mind And Body During the winter months, certain health issues may arise that women should have on their radar. From mental health issues like stress, depression and seasonal affective disorder (SAD), to physical concerns like skin care, the winter can certainly pack an extra punch. Depression peaks during the holiday season, affecting more than 17 million Americans, according to the National Mental Health Association. On average, women are more vulnerable to stress-related illnesses like depression and anxiety than men. One study, conducted by Pacific Health Laboratories, revealed that 44 percent of American women report feeling sad through the holidays compared to 34 percent of American men. “Depression of any kind ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4324795 Sat, 08 Jan 2011 17:00:17 +0100 4324795 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4318365&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FspOFl_UG6Vs%2Fnew-mrsa-treatment-guidelines.html I learned of this thanks to a tweet from @OFPC: New #MRSA guidelines for the treatment of staph infections http://goo.gl/NQ3xZ #medicine MRSA (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus) infections continue to be a growing public health issue, both hospital-acquired and community-acquired.  These guidelines come from the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA).  The article is a 38 page document (pdf file, full reference below); the last 10 pages are supporting references. The major performance measures are: 1. The management of all MRSA infections should include identification, elimination and/or debridement of the primary source and other sites of infection when possible (eg, drainage of abscesses, removal of central venous catheters, and debridement of osteomyel... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4318365 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 12:14:00 +0100 4318365 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4304907&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FTmGRBl3tgYU%2Fmaternal-influence.html Not all maternal influence on daughter behavior is good.  Take for example the influence of the unhealthy use of indoor tanning beds as presented in a recent Archives of Dermatology article (full reference below) which “investigated whether indoor tanning with one's mother the first time would influence frequency of tanning later in life and whether it was associated with age of initiation.” Joel Hillhouse, Ph.D., of East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, and colleagues published a study the May 2010 issue of the Archives of Dermatology which looked at which health-based intervention worked best in reducing skin cancer risks.  They found that “Emphasizing the appearance-damaging effects of UV light, both indoor and outdoor, to young patients who are tanning is impor... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4304907 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 12:16:00 +0100 4304907 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4305122&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F345%2Fcellist-katinka-kleijn-spreads-the-word-about-toxic-skincare%2F Are there toxic compounds in your facial moisturizer?   Well-known cellist Katinka Kleijn just found out that the products she typically utilized before every single performance were harmful and has joined forces with other people in attempting to expand awareness of natural skin care products. The EWG has been attempting to expand awareness for many years.  I myself have been attempting to let individuals know by way of my blog and articles published on eZinearticles.com   It is great to see that other people are working to help as well. Although there are quite a few worries, the primary one is cancer.  Many of the chemical compounds accepted for use in cosmetics are acknowledged or suspected carcinogens.  Plant derived substances like wakame kelp are safe and effective. Researchers... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4305122 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 23:51:13 +0100 4305122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300226&cid=t_96371_72_f&fid=38877&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laseroffers.com%2Fyag-for-face-cancer%2F A very important study was recently published in European Journal of Dermatology. A group of Russian researchers reported the results of the use of Neodymium laser radiation (Nd:YAG 1064 nm) for the treatment of facial carcinoma. They followed the treatment of 2,837 patients with 3,001 histologically confirmed facial skin carcinoma lesions of stages T1-2N0M0: 2,743 [...]Post from: Aesthetic Laser OffersYAG for Face Cancer (Source: Aesthetic Lasers) Aesthetic Lasers blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300226 Wed, 29 Dec 2010 15:51:22 +0100 4300226 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4294819&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F12%2F27%2Ftop-5-causes-of-darkened-armpits%2F Germaine Pie is puzzled by her pits…What causes darkened armpits and what can we do to get rid of them? They’re so embarrassing! The Right Brain raises her from the pit of despair: It’s not surprising that so many people have this problem – there are at least FIVE different reasons your pits could be darker than they should be. Cause #1: Shaving. When you shave you cut the hairs off at, or just below, the surface of the skin. If your hairs are slightly darker than your skin color, they can give the appearance that your skin has a dark stain when it`s really just sub-surface hair. What To Do About It: Stop shaving and try waxing or plucking instead so you get rid of the hair below the skin surface. Since the hairs aren’t lurking so close to the top of your skin... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4294819 Mon, 27 Dec 2010 17:07:22 +0100 4294819 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4295014&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F340%2F3-beauty-secrets-for-dry-skin%2F Dry skin happens when your skin isn’t able to properly retain moisture and the production of sebum is low. Unfortunately, dealing with this problem is downright annoying, and the products you use can dry your skin out even more. But just like other skin problems, the products you use on a daily basis can heal your dry skin. Keeping that in mind, here are some beauty secrets for how you can effectively use skin care products to add moisture. Tip #1 – Shower Etiquette Showing in excessively-hot water can cause your skin to become irritated, stripped of oils and dry, so keep your water cooler to avoid irritation. Also, don’t let your fingers become pruned while soaking in the bath tub; instead, only soak for 15 minutes or less. Not only will you see an improvement in your skin’s dryne... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4295014 Sun, 26 Dec 2010 20:34:19 +0100 4295014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4285254&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F12%2F23%2Fis-sense-skin-care-good-for-you-2%2F Creative Theorist has a creative question… I’ve been using the Sense facial care product line from Usana for quite a bit a time now, and I can say they have the best products I’ve used. They have quite a lot of plant extracts in their formulas, but after reading your blog for a long time, they probably do not work. So what is it that makes the products work so well?  Is the cleanser gentle because it has no SLS in it? And does the wax beadlets in the Rice Bran Polisher better than synthetic microbeads in normal skin exfoliators?  And finally (phew!) does the Perfecting Essence really do anything? Also, I hope you guys can give me some information on cheaper products that are compatible with these more expensive ones. The Left Brain replies: Whew! You asked for a lot ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4285254 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 06:01:13 +0100 4285254 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4281557&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F336%2Fanti-aging-lotion-below-the-shoulders%2F Recently released is a new anti aging body lotion.   Many of the anti-aging products on the market are for your face.  A few of them are great, but right up until recently, there wasn’t much to choose from if you were looking for a body lotion with anti-aging effects. The signs of aging skin are not restricted to your face.  There are many other symptoms like rough elbows or chapped heals as well.  At times the initial symptom that women notice is sagging skin on their upper arms. Collagen loss and slowing growth of elastin fibers are the primary reasons for the sagging.  Roughness on the heels and elbows have to do with extreme dryness, which is also associated with the aging process.  A all-natural collagen cream may deal with these difficulties. Maybe you are one of the many pe... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4281557 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:32:38 +0100 4281557 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4272659&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F332%2Fhoney-skin-and-hair-care-gold%2F Honey has for centuries been the workhorse of natural beauty and health.  Ancient Egyptians used it for face and body and even for health, including cataracts, cuts, and burns.  The Greeks, most notably Hippocrates, used honey for skin disorders and ulcers. In our current fascination with the new and the manufactured, many of us have forgotten the wonders of nature.  Honey should be a staple in anyone’s beauty cabinet. Honey contains small amounts of niacin, riboflavin (aids energy production and warding off of certain diseases), pantothenic acid, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese (ensures healthy bones), phosphorus, potassium, zinc (aids immune and digestive systems), and other vitamins and minerals that do a world of good wherever it’s applied.  It’s the only known fo... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4272659 Sat, 18 Dec 2010 22:53:40 +0100 4272659 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4266300&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F330%2Fnatural-skin-care-ingredients-for-an-anti-aging-facial%2F An anti aging facial treatment may perhaps be utilized on an infrequent or a frequent basis, it all depends on the formulation of the product.   Facial treatments at the spa are high-priced, but everyone likes to indulge on occasion.   But it is the product you use on a daily basis that tends to make the largest difference. What makes the most difference is selecting a natural skin care product that can generate healthful skin holistically instead of deciding on purely superficial solutions. It is hard to believe that a lot of the most popular elements provide no real benefit.   They are preferred because of misinformation spun by the cosmetic industry. For instance, collagen does nothing when applied to your skin.  The processes used to soften it destroy its bioactivity.  The skin�... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4266300 Wed, 15 Dec 2010 13:06:54 +0100 4266300 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4258863&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fskin-cancer-where-the-sun-don%25e2%2580%2599t-shine%2F2010.12.14 Not all skin cancers are from sun exposure. Viruses such as human papilloma virus (HPV), the virus that causes genital warts, also cause skin cancer. Skin cancer from HPV develops on genital skin in both men and women. It’s rarely talked about, but it’s important and can be deadly. Did you know that half of all deaths from skin cancer other than melanoma are from genital skin cancer? You probably also didn’t know that women are more likely to die from genital skin cancer as they are from skin cancer that developed from sun exposure (again, excluding melanoma). We dermatologists are inexhaustible when it comes to warning people about the dangers of sun exposure, but we should also be warning people about the dangers of genital warts. HPV protection, which includes HPV vaccines, ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4258863 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 23:00:03 +0100 4258863 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4251275&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F327%2Fthe-science-of-keeping-skin-young-and-wrinkle-free%2F Skin creases are not an inevitable component of the aging process, if you look to the most current studies.  Sun injury, a main cause of wrinkling, can be healed naturally.  Right here’s how the complete process works. When UV rays from the sun hit your skin, the free radical molecules commonly existing in and close to the tissues become frenzied.  The activity of the chemicals can damage cellular structures and also the skin’s DNA strands. When we are young, de-oxidizing chemicals like SOD, coenzyme Q10 and glutathione are able to neutralize the free radicals earlier than they can do any injury.  As we get older, there are a lot more free radicals in our pores and skin and less of the neutralizing anti-oxidants.  This, according to dermatologists, is the major trigger of wrinklin... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4251275 Sat, 11 Dec 2010 23:16:32 +0100 4251275 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4251092&cid=t_96371_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2010%2F12%2Fblueberry-muffin-sign%2F Blueberry muffin sign occurs in metastatic neuroblastoma when multiple, small metastatic lesions erupt on the skin that resemble the look of a blueberry muffin. (Source: Inside Surgery) Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4251092 Sat, 11 Dec 2010 14:59:52 +0100 4251092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4245414&cid=t_96371_117_f&fid=38856&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.timemastermd.com%2F%3Fp%3D1586 Claudia Schiffer The bodacious German supermodel eats salad and steamed vegetables for dinner and eats only fruits before the afternoon. While on locations, she prefers to eat black grapes and drinks tomato juice and herbal tea.  Maybe the tomatoes are partially responsible for her amazing looks? Lycopene, which is what makes tomatoes red, is nature’s most powerful antioxidant; studies have shown that increased lycopene consumption can lead to decreased risks of heart disease as well as certain types of cancers, including breast, prostate, and colorectal and may also lower the amount of LDL or “bad” cholesterol.  No word on whether it makes your hair blond, curly, and sexy. Tomato juice can, however,  significantly increase the presence of cell-protecting antioxidants that help ... Timemaster MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4245414 Thu, 09 Dec 2010 05:13:12 +0100 4245414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4230151&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=36069&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffrankiespeakingfrankly.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F12%2Fvitamin-d-and-skin-cancer-through.html Ooops, over a month has passed since I posted to my blog. Figured I best write something. Been so busy with all kinds of things that I haven't known what to write.Well here's a simple thing I learnt just this morning when tweaking a bit of MedWorm code to get rid of duplicates that were still creeping in. I ran a query on 'vitamin d levels', with the 'Exact phrase' and 'Blogs' options selected.http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=vitamin+D+levels&r=Exact&blogs=onMade for interesting reading. In particular, I learnt something that I didn't know before - sounds so elementary that you probably already know this, but just in case you didn't I thought to share it.I learnt that UVA light, which causes skin cancer, does actually get through normal glass, whereas UVB light, the one that genera... Frankie Speaking Frankly blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4230151 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 08:58:00 +0100 4230151 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4225152&cid=t_96371_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2010%2F12%2Fspray-skin-developed-burn-victims%2F Drs. Amit Patel and Amalia Cochran at the University of Utah are developing a technique that uses a burn patient’s stem cells to grow new skin that can then be sprayed onto burns to improve and hasten healing. (Source: Inside Surgery) Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4225152 Fri, 03 Dec 2010 05:15:00 +0100 4225152 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4214516&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F321%2Fapple-cider-vinegar-for-troubled-skin%2F Few people realize as they spend hundreds of dollars a month on skincare that the perfect regimen might be just under their noses—literally.  Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a household cooking item and cleaning agent, and also a little known acne home remedy. ACV Benefits to Acne-Prone Skin Acne is often a result of accumulated toxins in one’s body, a result of an unhealthy diet and lifestyle.  Used topically, ACV can detoxify skin over time by removing deep-seated bacteria from skin and regulating the skin’s pH, which makes it less likely to house bacteria.  ACV is also rich in alph-hydroxy acids; these dissolve fatty deposits in the skin’s surface as well as soften scaly conditions caused by many store-bought acne remedies.  Unlike other “home remedies” like benzoyl peroxid... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4214516 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:53:48 +0100 4214516 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4207323&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FxncQr-EVPqU%2Fsuture-material-and-skin-irritation.html I have written about Suture Allergy vs Suture Reactivity so was very interested in this new article accepted for publication in the journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (online ahead of publication).  The article comes from researchers in Greece who chose to use digital image analysis to evaluate the erythema  associated with tissue reaction to suture material.  The sutures evaluated were polydioxanone (PDS II(R), Ethicon, Sint-Stevens-Woluwe, Belgium), polypropylene blue (Polypropylene(R), Assut Sutures, Ascheberg-Herbern, Germany), polyamide 6 (Ethilon(R), Ethicon, Neuchatel, Switzerland), metallic clips (APPOSETM, ULC Tyco, Hampshire, UK), and polyglactin (Vicryl Rapid(R), Ethicon, Norderstedt, Germany). Digital photos of 100 patients(70 females, 30 males; all... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4207323 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 12:15:00 +0100 4207323 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4197066&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Folive-oil-and-your-skin%2F2010.11.23 Trying to keep up with what’s hot in skincare is like trying to keep up with the Kardashians. It’s impossible (not that I’ve tried with the Kardashians, that is.) Then how are you to know what are the latest and greatest ingredients? Well, you could read The Derm Blog (when I get around to posting on it), or you could just listen to your grandmother. Some of the newest discoveries in skin care aren’t new at all: Olive oil may be seem hot now, but countless Mediterranean grandmothers, including mine, have sworn by its skin-care benefits for centuries (millenia?) Were they right? Olive oil contains caffeic acid, oleic acid, and oleuropein — all of which are potent antioxidants. Unlike berries or teas, these antioxidants are already in oil, allowing them to be directly applied t... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4197066 Tue, 23 Nov 2010 23:00:38 +0100 4197066 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4179320&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fcolor-changing-dressing-indicates-infections%2F2010.11.18 When using dressings to speed up the healing process of an open wound, it is necessary to periodically remove the dressing to check for infection. However, removing this protective covering creates an opportunity for bacteria to enter the wound site. To remedy this problem, researchers at the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Modular Solid State Technologies EMFT have developed dressings which change color if the wound becomes infected. Early tests have shown promise, and the scientists now plan to test their invention in the field at the University of Regensburg’s dermatology clinic. (more…) *This blog post was originally published at Medgadget* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4179320 Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:00:09 +0100 4179320 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4179534&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F317%2Floreal-skincare-and-hair-collection-review%2F L’Oreal recently signed on a new celebrity to promote their hair and skincare collection.  The celebrity was quoted as saying she was “honored to represent a brand that is rich in history, synonymous with beauty and reflective of the modern woman”. There is no doubt that the company is rich, with earnings of over 17 billion euro in 2009.  The history is relatively long.  In 1907, they began providing hair dyes, which were promoted as inoffensive or “safe”. The safety of the original ingredients is unknown, but the ingredients the company includes in their hair dyes today are far from safe.  According to Skin Deep, they are highly hazardous. Skin Deep is an online database created by the Environmental Working Group.  You can visit the site.  Type in a product name and if it ... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4179534 Thu, 18 Nov 2010 16:49:00 +0100 4179534 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4159528&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F313%2Fskin-care-facts-the-experts-dont-want-you-to-learn%2F Skincare experts ideas range greatly on topics like anti aging skin care, zits, eczema and sun exposure.  Right here is the short version of my belief on those topics. Sun exposure is healthful, as long as it is not excessive.   Sun burning is bad for the skin’s well being in many ways.  Spending too much time indoors is probably a whole lot worse for your well being than being active. Of course, that does depend on exactly where you dwell and the volume of air pollution in your environment.  If you stay in a big city, try to get away and get some refreshing air just about every few days or so.  It can do you a world of good. Nourishing lotions and good dietary supplements, as well as a nutritious diet, can help shield you from the injury that the sun could do to your skin.  If so... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4159528 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:12:00 +0100 4159528 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4159242&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fstem-cell-researchers-turn-skin-into-blood-could-help-cancer-treatment%2F2010.11.12 From The Australian: Stem cell researchers have found a way to turn a person’s skin into blood, a process that could be used to treat cancer and other ailments, according to a Canadian study published today. The method uses cells from a patch of a person’s skin and transforms it into blood that is a genetic match, without using human embryonic stem cells, said the study in the journal Nature. Wow. Very cool. I wonder if hopefully someday this could be a replacement for random blood donation? *This blog post was originally published at GruntDoc* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4159242 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 13:00:50 +0100 4159242 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4134290&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F310%2Ftop-3-skincare-botanicals-and-where-to-get-them%2F Here’s a look at some of the skincare botanicals and what they are good for.  Plants have always provided the nutrients people need to stay healthy.  Many of those nutrients are particularly important for protecting and/or improving the skin’s health and beauty. The Nutrient Vitamin E Vitamin E is an essential antioxidant that prevents free radical damage, one of the causes of cellular aging.  It is one of the nutrients often missing in the diets of acne sufferers.  Topical applications are beneficial for reducing age spots and healing other blemishes.  Regular use of creams containing it may also prevent age spots from forming. The Sources Grape seed oil, wakame kelp and Shea butter are all botanical sources of vitamin E.  Grape seed oil has proven to be particularly beneficial ... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4134290 Thu, 04 Nov 2010 15:23:58 +0100 4134290 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4133869&cid=t_96371_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FqbXa0m1zFC4%2F photo: Thinkstock Check out this post about potentially harmful beauty treatments by Justine van der Leun on AOL Health. People head to the salon to get gorgeous — but with overdone, badly executed or unnecessary treatments, many end up with ugly results. “I see beautiful people who are in a mess because they get suckered into ruining what they have,” says Dr. Debra Jaliman, an American Academy of Dermatology spokesperson and the author of the Skin and Hair chapter in Women’s Health for Life. Here, we run down some potentially counterproductive beauty treatments out there — and tell you how to avoid unattractive outcomes. Skin-Lightening Creams It’s not bleaching that’s the problem — it’s overbleaching. While creams can be effective ... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4133869 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 21:17:14 +0100 4133869 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4119128&cid=t_96371_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FlBVeT1ouBBU%2F My beautifully drained toenail bruise, after Dr. Bruce Lashley's skillful procedure Thanks to the mysterious bruise under my left big toenail, over the past week I’ve learned more about podiatry, acral lentiginous melanoma, and Bob Marley than I’d ever thought possible. That’s because my esteemed foot doctor, Dr. Bruce Lashley, was concerned that said bruise might actually be the nasty acral lentiginous kind that killed the Buffalo Soldier. This type of melanoma under the nails, on the soles of the feet, and palms of the hands is, along with behind the eyes, the most common place for melanoma to appear. Wait, but what about skin cancer, you ask? Turns out, that’s much more often basal cell or squamous cell cancer, not melanoma. (I asked Dr. Lashley the same ques... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4119128 Tue, 26 Oct 2010 17:47:50 +0100 4119128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4119756&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F303%2Fastonishing-skincare-products-actually-reverse-sun-damaged-and-wrinkled-skin%2F Scientists of late announced an astonishing skincare treatment that has the ability to restore sun damage and wrinkles.   The essential component is the well-known antioxidant CoenzymeQ10. CoQ10 is naturally present in just about all living cells.   Without it, cells would deteriorate and die quickly from oxidative stress. The skin’s COQ10 acts to negate free radicals created during exposure to UV rays from the sun.   Researchers found that the skin’s coenzyme Q10 levels are quickly depleted when exposed to direct UV light. They asked themselves:   What would happen if the Coenzyme Q10 could be replenished and the skin never ran out? Months of testing later, they were sincerely amazed by what they discovered.   Natural skincare products containing the microscopic ... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4119756 Tue, 26 Oct 2010 14:09:27 +0100 4119756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4098492&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36193&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aloha-dermatology.com%2Faloha-dermatology-blog%2Fmaui-county-37th-annual-senior-citizens-health-fair%2F Doctor Micki Ly MD, her staff, and her kids and friends man the Aloha Dermatology and Laser Center "Skin Cancer Awareness Booth" at the 2010 Maui County Senior Fair. (Source: aloha-dermatology.com) aloha-dermatology.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4098492 Sun, 24 Oct 2010 04:04:53 +0100 4098492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4097872&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fan-open-letter-to-stink-bugs-from-bedbugs%2F Stupid Stink Bug Dearest Unfortunately Named Stink Bugs: Lately we’ve been seeing all kinds of reports about you on the TV news. Congratulations. We understand you’re making a comeback this fall in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Wow. That’s great. We’re thrilled. Good for you. Thing is, the recent bedbug epidemic is kind of the best thing that’s ever happened to us (except for those bedbug-sniffing detection dogs…not cool). The press has been all over this thing. We’re media gold. Newspapers and magazines are printing close-up photos of us; TV news stations across the country are doing feature stories on us; the Web is overcrowded with lots of home videos starring us. We trump Iraq, Afghanistan, mid-term elections, the BP Gulf oil sp... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4097872 Thu, 21 Oct 2010 17:39:25 +0100 4097872 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4086531&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F299%2Ffeed-your-skins-cravings%2F Chances are that a good deal of your beauty budget is spent on products that are meant for the largest organ in your body, your skin. With all of the face creams, lotions, serums, and treatments on the market today, it’s easy to get caught up in the promises of each product. And when no matter what you wear your skin is always showing, anything that improves it seems like a worthy investment. But aside from what the label says, the best thing you can do for your skin is feed it from the inside out. Here are just a few nutrients your skin might be craving. Vitamin C This vitamin helps the skin is two ways, as an antioxidant and in collagen production. As an antioxidant it acts as a natural protector against free radicals that come from pollutants in the environment, smoking, or sun da... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4086531 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 18:39:40 +0100 4086531 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4077523&cid=t_96371_136_f&fid=38061&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FBreastCancerReconstructionBlog%2F%7E3%2FmLnLA07XVXE%2Fbreast-reconstruction-timing-immediate.html With so much to think about after a breast cancer diagnosis, many patients facing mastectomy do not fully understand how the timing of breast reconstruction influences how the reconstructed breasts will ultimately look. Breast reconstruction can be performed at the same time as the mastectomy ("immediate reconstruction") or a while after mastectomy ("delayed reconstruction"). When the mastectomy and reconstruction are performed at the same time, a skin-sparing mastectomy can usually be performed which saves the majority of the natural breast skin envelope (except for the nipple and areola). Only the actual breast tissue under the skin is removed. The reconstruction then "fills" this empty skin envelope. In some select cases nipple-sparing mastectomy can be performed. This preserves the n... Breast Cancer Reconstruction Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4077523 Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:56:43 +0100 4077523 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4077623&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F294%2Fmeaningful-beauty-cindy-crawford-skin-care-review%2F Meaningful skincare products are endorsed by Cindy Crawford, a former US supermodel who is getting a little older. The complete line includes cleansers, creams and masks.  Finding out about the ingredients has been difficult. Many cosmetic companies use advertising and celebrity endorsements to sell their products.  They might talk about the science behind the ingredients or the results we can expect to see after using them.  But they don’t want to give us a detailed list of ingredients until we physically pick up the product. Some companies are becoming less secretive about their products.  They realize that more and more consumers are concerned about safety.  It’s not just the people with allergies or sensitivities that worry these days. Scientists from around the world have exp... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4077623 Sat, 16 Oct 2010 21:46:49 +0100 4077623 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4065404&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2Fi1asIgrt-8I%2Fpyoderma-gangrenosum-of-breast.html I was prompted to delve into this topic not because I had a patient with the problem, but because of a MDLink to an article (the first one listed below, subscription required).  The eMedicine article states: Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is an uncommon ulcerative cutaneous condition of uncertain etiology. Pyoderma gangrenosum was first described in 1930. It is associated with systemic diseases in at least 50% of patients who are affected. The diagnosis is made by excluding other causes of similar appearing cutaneous ulcerations, including infection, malignancy, vasculitis, collagen vascular diseases, diabetes, and trauma. Ulcerations of pyoderma gangrenosum may occur after trauma or injury to the skin in 30% of patients; this process is termed pathergy. The 2 primary variants of pyode... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4065404 Wed, 13 Oct 2010 11:13:00 +0100 4065404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4061088&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F290%2Feliminate-fine-lines-and-wrinkles-with-natural-skin-creams%2F Researchers and consumers alike understand what the root causes of skin wrinkles are, so there should be a basic solution on the market that will rejuvenate our skin to the firm, supple form it once had. It doesn’t make sense that we are able to walk on the moon and catalogue the entire human genome, but cannot find an answer to fine lines and wrinkles beyond antioxidants. Something is very wrong with this picture, don’t you think? Antioxidants offered in all natural skin care creams are the key to repairing the wrinkles and fine lines caused by harmful free radical activity, and there are a significant number of anti-wrinkle skin creams that contain natural compounds for this exact reason. Antioxidants reduce the risk of damage free radicals can cause to your chemic... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4061088 Tue, 12 Oct 2010 13:43:18 +0100 4061088 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4055969&cid=t_96371_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FJKU1ywtURZ0%2Fcan-you-eat-your-way-to-cleare.html Q. Do you know of any research that relates diet and acne?  There's a large variety of opinions on this topic, but I've seen very little convincing evidence.  A. When I was younger, the conventional wisdom was that greasy foods and chocolate would make acne worse. Today, most dermatologists will tell you that this is simply a myth.  In fact, there doesn't seem to be enough evidence to either prove or disprove a connection between diet and acne. A review of the scientific literature in 2005 found that, while there was little evidence to support the idea that certain foods cause acne, there was equally little evidence to support dermatologists' beliefs that food plays no role whatsoever. The authors concluded: "Based on the present state of evidence, clinicians cannot be di... The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4055969 Mon, 11 Oct 2010 14:21:20 +0100 4055969 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4045092&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Ftips-for-a-healthy-shave%2F2010.10.08 How many blades do we need to shave? I’m a man. I use a two-blade razor. This might surprise you. I have the means, so why don’t I use the latest five-blade-vibrating-titanium tool? Any razor good enough for Tiger Woods and Derek Jeeter should be good enough for me, right?  Advanced technology doesn’t always make a product better. Think of your universal remote control — it has half a dozen buttons you’ve probably never pushed and, if it’s like mine, changing the channel is a complicated affair.  Last week a patient of mine, who looks a lot like Javier Bardem, came to my office frustrated. He had been using the latest-blade razor and had red razor bumps on his neck and cheeks. Why?  Because there is such a thing as a shave that is too close. If your beard is cut at ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4045092 Fri, 08 Oct 2010 20:00:55 +0100 4045092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4040804&cid=t_96371_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F284%2Finnovative-skincare-may-not-be-what-it-seems%2F Many so called “Innovative” skincare products contain ingredients that the Environmental Working Group suggests we should avoid. The EWG provides information to help consumers protect the health of their skin and the environment.  They would love to see major changes in the cosmetic industry, but change is slow to come. One of the compounds that should be avoided according to the EWG is glycolic acid, because it is a strong irritant.  Like ethylene glycol and some other chemicals, it converts easily into oxalic acid, which is a known toxin, unsafe for consumption. The reason glycolic acid is included in many brands of anti-aging serums has to do with its ability to weaken the binding lipids responsible for holding the skin’s cells together. The skin’s cells naturally slough off t... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4040804 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 01:27:15 +0100 4040804 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4031191&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fpoll-would-you-go-under-the-knife-for-your-vanity%2F Lisa Rinna (photo: Adriana M. Barraza/WENN.com) It’s easy to judge women (and men) who opt for plastic surgery or liposuction, just because we think we’d never do it. But we’re still young-ish. How can we be sure we won’t change our minds later on? Of course, there’s no way we want end up looking like the current Courteney Cox or Christa Miller from ABC’s Cougar Town, or Lisa Rinna (what the hell were they thinking?), but maybe we’d just need to find a better plastic surgeon. Or maybe no matter how expert the hands are that hold the scalpel, plastic surgery just never turns out well in the long run. So would you take the risk? Either way, take our anonymous poll: And if you have had plastic surgery and/or liposuction, tell us about your experience... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4031191 Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:29:40 +0100 4031191 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4031192&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2F203184%2F Post from: BlissTree (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4031192 Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:20:25 +0100 4031192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4031519&cid=t_96371_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FQIjFyaocFTk%2Fskin-saving-benefits-of-tomato.html It's true: Certain fruits and vegetables act as sunscreen from within. Researchers found that women whose diets provided 16 milligrams of lycopene every day were protected from the damaging effects of UV-rays, including reddening of the skin and cellular damage.  And lycopene is no one-trick pony: It's also been found to help ward off heart disease and osteoporosis. Skin Saving SuperfoodsLycopene is found in watermelon, guava, and tomatoes.  Cooked tomato products like salsa, tomato juice, and spaghetti sauce are especially good sources. You can get a skin-saving dose of lycopene from:1/3 tomato puree 1/2 cup salsa or marinara sauce6 ounces of V-82 cups watermelon ballsMake sure to eat some of these skin-loving foods every day! For more foods that keep your skin healthy and glowi... The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4031519 Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:05:39 +0100 4031519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003224&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fattention-lauren-cruse-you-just-won-an-indulgent-bliss-spa-massage%2F Being Blisstree’s Facebook fan undoubtedly has its benefits – namely, free prezzies. In the past few weeks, we’ve given out hundreds of dollars in giveaways, from an organic food delivery to a Guy Fieri knife set, and a pair of lululemon athletica workout pants. And now, Lauren Cruse just won our latest giveaway: a $150 gift certificate for a 75-minute signature “Blissage Massage” good at any Bliss spa location around the country. How’d she do it? Easy. She simply became a fan of Blisstree on Facebook. Lauren can look forward to more than an hour of tension-melting massage therapy at Bliss Spa, which includes a warm wax foot-softening wrap for extra indulgence (a $150 value). We could use one of those right about now. Become a fan of Blisstree now to get access to more give... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003224 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 16:07:39 +0100 4003224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003287&cid=t_96371_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FM3VmmV5Rlg0%2Fteenagers-use-of-self-tanners.html Skin cancer rates continue to rise. Exposure to UV radiation and the resulting damage to the skin is major reason. It doesn’t matter whether this exposure is from outdoor or indoor sources. Use of self-tanners should (intuitively) decrease the exposure to UV radiation as the desired “tan” is obtained from an alternative source. Not necessarily, especially in teens. The Archives of Dermatology article referenced below reports on a study survey done by Vilma E. Cokkinides, Ph.D., of the American Cancer Society, Atlanta, and colleagues. Their survey was telephone-based conducted, conducted from July 1 through October 30, 2004. A total of 160o youths and 1589 primary caregiver paired interviews using nearly identical questionnaires were done with an overall response rate of 44.0%. The ... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003287 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 11:16:00 +0100 4003287 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4002878&cid=t_96371_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2F201685%2F Not to stress you out on a Sunday, but today is your absolute LAST CHANCE to enter our super-luxe Bliss Spa giveaway. One lucky reader will win a $150 gift certificate for a 75-minute signature “Blissage Massage” good at any Bliss Spa location around the country, just for being a fan of Blisstree on Facebook. It’s simple. Click here and hit the “Like” button to become a fan of Blisstree by today at 5 p.m. EST. Then you’ll automatically be entered to win lots of chilled-out giveaways like this one. We now return to your regularly-scheduled lazy Sunday. Post from: BlissTree (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4002878 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 14:00:25 +0100 4002878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3999302&cid=t_96371_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fmaintaining-healthy-skin%2F Essential Tips for Maintaining Healthy Skin Alcoholics and addicts may have damaged or neglected skin. These notes may help improve your sexuality, self-esteem and self-confidence. When is the last time you thought about your skin beyond worrying over a wrinkle or praying that a pimple would be gone before an important event? The reality is that your skin is far more than just a top layer to be washed, creamed and made up. Your skin is your body’s primary defense system against disease. As such, it might be time you treated it with more respect. Skin: the basics Your skin is your body’s largest organ. It provides a thin, yet very effective, barrier to billions of health threats (called pathogens) found in the world that would love nothing more than to sneak past your skin&#821... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3999302 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 15:35:53 +0100 3999302