Homemade Sunscreen Recipes Commonly Shared, Offer Low Protection
There is widespread public interest in and acceptance of homemade sunscreens, even though they often do not offer sufficient protection from ultraviolet radiation.
General Dermatology
Derm Dx: Circular, Ecchymotic Lesions on the Back
An incidental finding during an examination for acne reveals circular, ecchymotic lesions on the back of an adolescent.
FDA Issues Tattoo Ink Recall Due to Bacterial Contamination
Six tattoo inks have been recalled because they are contaminated with bacteria and could lead to infection that poses a serious health risk.
Derm Dx: Asymptomatic Filiform Plaque on the Scalp
A man presents with an asymptomatic, flesh-colored growth on his scalp.
CDC: Racial Disparity Seen With Lupus-Related Deaths
Mortality from systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is significantly higher among blacks.
Adverse Childhood Experiences Associated With Worse Lupus Outcomes
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with worse patient-reported systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) outcomes.
DPASI Is a Reliable Instrument for Assessing Severity of Acquired Dermal Macular Hyperpigmentation
DPASI divides the face and neck into 6 segments to identify disease severity in each segment, using dermatoscopy.
Model Predicts Counties at Risk for Measles Outbreak
In a commentary published online May 9 in The Lancet Infectious Diseases.
Lupus Affects Emotional, Mental Well-Being of Patients
More than 60 percent of patients with lupus report that the disease has a large effect on their emotional and mental well-being.
Two-Thirds of Sunscreens Fail Safety Tests
Nearly two-thirds of sunscreens that were analyzed failed safety tests proposed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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