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Review Article
Published on 24 Dec 2024
Epithelial Barrier Hypothesis: A Systematic Review
Krishna Patel, BS, Peter Lio, MD

The epithelial barrier hypothesis explains that damage to the epithelia by external agents can result in dysbiosis, inflammation, and allergy.
Case Study/Case Series
Published on 06 Nov 2024
Topical Antibacterials in Dermatology: Novel Approaches and Emerging Therapies
Sammer Marzouk, MA, Sami Khan, Sufyaan Syed, Peter Lio, MD

Antibiotics have revolutionized our lives. Bacteria are constantly evolving, leading to a need for innovative strategies to battle infection. This article discusses both established and novel approaches to topical antimicrobials.
Review Article
Published on 08 Oct 2024
External Factors and the Cutaneous Microbiome
Shin Young (Grace) Yu, BA, Peter Lio, MD

This review highlights the external factors that influence the skin microbiome, including outdoor and indoor environmental factors, social dynamics, lifestyle, and personal care products.
Review Article
Published on 13 Sep 2024
Exploring the Impact of Psychotherapeutic Interventions on Inflammatory Skin Conditions
Annika M Hansen, Peter Lio

This review explores the bidirectional relationship between the skin and the mind, highlighting the role of psychotherapeutic interventions in diseases such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne vulgaris.
Review Article
Published on 03 Sep 2024
Inositol for Treating Dermatological Disorders: A Systematic Review
Myiah Quach, Yu-Feng Chang, MD, MS, MMSc, Irene (Tai-Lin) Lee, MD, Franchesca Choi, MD, Apple Bodemer, MD

Inositol is widely used to treat metabolic conditions, hormonal regulation, and neurodegenerative diseases. This review highlights that inositol may be a safe and effective adjunctive therapy for acne and hirsutism.
Review Article
Published on 29 Aug 2024
Baking Soda and the Skin: A Review of Baking Soda in Dermatology
Carline Dugué, BA, Maya Baiyasi, MD, Shanelle Jackson, BS, Starling Tolliver, MD, Steven Daveluy, MD

Findings from this review suggest that baking soda may be an effective and safe dermatologic agent in various capacities.
Perspective, Opinion, Commentary
Published on 27 Aug 2024
Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Scarring Alopecia
Peter Lio, MD, Tejashri Venkatesh, BS

Existing treatments for cicatricial alopecia are often ineffective. Here is a summary of known complementary and alternative therapies for scarring alopecia that patients may turn to.
Perspective, Opinion, Commentary
Published on 27 Aug 2024
Traditional Chinese medicine for further categorization of atopic dermatitis subtypes
Courtney A Chau, Peter Lio, MD

Based on the philosophy that AD is not a "one-size-fits-all" condition, Traditional Chinese medicine practices may help address AD as subtypes and promote an individualized approach.
Concise Communication
Published on 23 Aug 2024
Online sentiment towards dermatologists in topical steroid withdrawal and psoriasis: an analysis of Reddit posts
Courtney A Chau, Peter Lio, MD

Reddit posts in both steroid withdrawal psoriasis expressed negative sentiment towards dermatologists, highlighting the need for building positive and collaborative patient experiences, which may lead to improved outcomes.
Perspective, Opinion, Commentary
Published on 31 Jul 2024
Theoretical Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Papular Urticaria: A Review of Potential Treatments based on Shared Pathophysiology
Tristi Edwards, M.D., MSc, Victoria Palmer, M.D., MSc

A review of treatments with potential in papular urticaria, a papulovesicular reaction to bug bites, including turmeric, garlic, zinc, balneotherapy, quercetin, and rhododendron tomentosum.
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Recent Articles
Review Article
Published on 24 Dec 2024
Epithelial Barrier Hypothesis: A Systematic Review
Krishna Patel, BS, Peter Lio, MD

The epithelial barrier hypothesis explains that damage to the epithelia by external agents can result in dysbiosis, inflammation, and allergy.
Case Study/Case Series
Published on 06 Nov 2024
Topical Antibacterials in Dermatology: Novel Approaches and Emerging Therapies
Sammer Marzouk, MA, Sami Khan, Sufyaan Syed, Peter Lio, MD

Antibiotics have revolutionized our lives. Bacteria are constantly evolving, leading to a need for innovative strategies to battle infection. This article discusses both established and novel approaches to topical antimicrobials.
Review Article
Published on 08 Oct 2024
External Factors and the Cutaneous Microbiome
Shin Young (Grace) Yu, BA, Peter Lio, MD

This review highlights the external factors that influence the skin microbiome, including outdoor and indoor environmental factors, social dynamics, lifestyle, and personal care products.
Review Article
Published on 13 Sep 2024
Exploring the Impact of Psychotherapeutic Interventions on Inflammatory Skin Conditions
Annika M Hansen, Peter Lio

This review explores the bidirectional relationship between the skin and the mind, highlighting the role of psychotherapeutic interventions in diseases such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne vulgaris.
Review Article
Published on 03 Sep 2024
Inositol for Treating Dermatological Disorders: A Systematic Review
Myiah Quach, Yu-Feng Chang, MD, MS, MMSc, Irene (Tai-Lin) Lee, MD, Franchesca Choi, MD, Apple Bodemer, MD

Inositol is widely used to treat metabolic conditions, hormonal regulation, and neurodegenerative diseases. This review highlights that inositol may be a safe and effective adjunctive therapy for acne and hirsutism.
Review Article
Published on 29 Aug 2024
Baking Soda and the Skin: A Review of Baking Soda in Dermatology
Carline Dugué, BA, Maya Baiyasi, MD, Shanelle Jackson, BS, Starling Tolliver, MD, Steven Daveluy, MD

Findings from this review suggest that baking soda may be an effective and safe dermatologic agent in various capacities.
Perspective, Opinion, Commentary
Published on 27 Aug 2024
Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Scarring Alopecia
Peter Lio, MD, Tejashri Venkatesh, BS

Existing treatments for cicatricial alopecia are often ineffective. Here is a summary of known complementary and alternative therapies for scarring alopecia that patients may turn to.
Perspective, Opinion, Commentary
Published on 27 Aug 2024
Traditional Chinese medicine for further categorization of atopic dermatitis subtypes
Courtney A Chau, Peter Lio, MD

Based on the philosophy that AD is not a "one-size-fits-all" condition, Traditional Chinese medicine practices may help address AD as subtypes and promote an individualized approach.
Concise Communication
Published on 23 Aug 2024
Online sentiment towards dermatologists in topical steroid withdrawal and psoriasis: an analysis of Reddit posts
Courtney A Chau, Peter Lio, MD

Reddit posts in both steroid withdrawal psoriasis expressed negative sentiment towards dermatologists, highlighting the need for building positive and collaborative patient experiences, which may lead to improved outcomes.
Perspective, Opinion, Commentary
Published on 31 Jul 2024
Theoretical Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Papular Urticaria: A Review of Potential Treatments based on Shared Pathophysiology
Tristi Edwards, M.D., MSc, Victoria Palmer, M.D., MSc

A review of treatments with potential in papular urticaria, a papulovesicular reaction to bug bites, including turmeric, garlic, zinc, balneotherapy, quercetin, and rhododendron tomentosum.

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