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‘Fortunate accident’ may yield immunity weapon against antibiotic-resistant bacteria

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Johns Hopkins Medicine study uncovers enzyme inhibitor that boosts immune system to fight MRSA and other dangerous skin infections Credit: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE In what turned out to be one of the most important accidents of all time, Scottish bacteriologist Alexander (..)

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Virginia Tech lab proves the concept of a natural approach to antiperspirants

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Separately, this process may produce odors as bacteria present on the skin break down sweat proteins. A deodorant kills the bacteria that produce the odor, while an antiperspirant clogs sweat […].

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Superficial relationship: Enzymes protect the skin by ignoring microbes and viruses

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UC San Diego School of Medicine researchers identify how the body regulates and prevents constant skin inflammation The human body is constantly exposed to various environmental actors, from viruses to bacteria to fungi, but most of these microbial organisms provoke little or no response from our skin, which is charged with monitoring and protecting (..)

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FDA hands Cassiopea its first approval, for acne drug Winlevi

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Shares in dermatology specialist Cassiopea, which is listed on the SWX exchange in Switzerland, rose almost 17% after news of the FDA approval emerged. Retinoids can help unclog pores, while antibiotics can limit the growth of bacteria.

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What is Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Signs, Causes and Treatments

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According to the American Academy of Dermatology , scientists believe that when a hair follicle becomes clogged with keratin, bacteria breed within it. When a hair follicle has more keratin and bacteria than it can hold, it bursts, causing the cyst-like breakout associated with HS.

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Lymecycline for ACNE: Questions & Answers

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Bacteria present inside the blocked pores grow and contribute to symptoms of acne. Antibacterial drugs such as lymecycline kill bacteria and stop acne development. . Strauss JS, Krowchuk DP, Leyden JJ, American Academy of Dermatology/American Academy of Dermatology Association, et al. J Am Acad Dermatol.

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Vtama (tapinarof) Cream Gains FDA Approval for the Treatment of Plaque Psoriasis in Adults

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Tapinarof was discovered as an outcome of investigations into the secondary metabolites of Photorhabdus luminescens, a bioluminescent, Gram-negative bacteria. At Dermavant, we are committed to advancing novel, patient-focused innovation in immuno-dermatology. There is 10 mg of tapinarof per gram of Vtama cream.