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Medscape
08-07-2025
- Health
- Medscape
Survey Shows Patients Interested in Integrative Dermatology
TOPLINE: A survey reported that nearly two thirds of patients expressed interest in integrative dermatology, a model that blends evidence-based conventional care with root-cause approaches, including nutrition, herbal protocols, and mind-body therapies. METHODOLOGY: Researchers conducted a 21-question survey at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Dermatology clinic, Pittsburgh, to assess patient perspectives on integrative dermatology, and patients were provided with a brief review on integrative medicine. The analysis included 205 completed surveys with a 90.71% response rate. Participants comprised 67.32% women. Their average age was 45 years, 76.10% were White, 9.25% were Black, 7.80% were Asian/Pacific Islander, and 1.95% were Hispanic individuals. TAKEAWAY: Nearly two thirds of patients (64.39%) expressed willingness to visit an integrative dermatologist, particularly for acne (60.49%), atopic dermatitis (56.01%), and skin cancer (48.78%). Individuals who believed that stress (odds ratio [OR], 6.06; P = .01), social environment/interactions (OR, 2.33; P = .04), or chronic health conditions (OR, 2.28; P = .035) had a strong impact on skin health showed a higher likelihood of seeking care from an integrative dermatologist. The likelihood of visiting an integrative dermatologist was higher among patients who believed that dermatologists should consider broader health aspects such as activity levels (OR, 3.63; P = .003), social support (OR, 3.33; P = .010), and spiritual health (OR, 4.56; P = .007). Cost emerged as a potential barrier for 30.24% of patients considering integrative dermatological care. IN PRACTICE: 'Overall, the findings of this survey highlight potential key drivers of patient preferences for integrative dermatology and reinforce its potential as a preferred approach for individuals seeking holistic skin health management,' the study authors wrote. 'Addressing financial concerns and increasing awareness of integrative therapies may further support its integration into dermatologic practice,' they added. SOURCE: The study was led by Alana Sadur, Department of Dermatology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was published online on July 2 in Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. LIMITATIONS: The study was limited by single-site enrollment and a predominantly White respondent population, which could affect the generalizability of findings across diverse demographic groups. DISCLOSURES: The study did not receive any funding. One author disclosed serving as a speaker for Regeneron and Sanofi. This article was created using several editorial tools, including AI, as part of the process. Human editors reviewed this content before publication.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Celebrities are eating sea moss to boost their health and prevent aging — I tried a tablespoon every day, and this is what happened to my body
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Touted as 'the plant-powered rival to Collagen' and loved by celebrities like Bella Hadid and Kim K, sea moss is having its moment in the spotlight as a potent superfood that can supercharge your health and wellbeing. But is it fad or fact? I decided to take a tablespoon every day and find out for myself. The benefits of sea moss are said to include boosting skin health, immunity, gut health and thyroid function while reducing inflammation. It's a nutrient-dense bomb of beauty benefits that people are using as a 100% natural skincare supplement — no tablets, capsules, or powders in sight. Could sea moss transform my skin? Here's what I really think. Sea moss is part of the red algae family found in places like the Caribbean. Its scientific name is Chondrus crispus, which I (personally) think is catchier for the market, and incidentally sounds like either a character from the Harry Potter franchise or my future rap name. It's also low in calories and fat and is packed full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and iodine. According to Wyld Herbs (more on that shortly), sea moss promotes natural collagen production to improve skin health, fight inflammation and boost immunity. Its fiber and live bacteria content can also support optimal gut health. Sea moss contains iodine, which supports thyroid and hormone function; however, it's worth consulting your physician first if you have a thyroid condition and use medication already. Then there's the iron content, which can help battle tiredness and fatigue and boost energy, and nutrients like calcium and phosphorus are also present. Although your diet should ideally contain all the vitamins and minerals you need, sea moss is a great supplement to include to give you that little extra boost. Prices start from £15, depending on the product, and can be shipped internationally, although you may have to pay extra for imports. You can also mix and match flavor bundles before Deal A common method for consuming sea moss is a gel, which is what I've been using. I used Wyld Herbs, which offers sea moss gel in a range of flavors such as turmeric, raw honey (sourced from local beekeepers) and strawberry (my favorite — it tastes like a jam tart!). There are other ways to consume, but I found this the easiest, as I could just swipe a tablespoon straight from the jar. I also sometimes added it to smoothies, shakes, or my go-to oats recipe. Wyld Herbs works with female farmers and wild forages their sea moss from protected Caribbean waters. You can even apply it topically to your face twice per week as a mask if you prefer. Sea moss is high in iodine, so intake should be discussed with your physician if you have a thyroid condition and use medication. General guidelines suggest that one to two tablespoons of sea moss gel consumed daily is safe for most people. The British Dietetic Association doesn't recommend consuming brown seaweed or kelp every day, though, and warns against using seaweed or kelp supplements as iodine levels can vary. You should also avoid sea moss gels if you are pregnant or have a seafood or shellfish allergy. First, the sea moss gel I used tasted delicious, so I consumed it each morning straight from the jar or added it to my smoothies or oats, opting for one heaped tablespoon. I do have a thyroid condition, but didn't experience any adverse effects using this amount. However, always listen to your body, and as mentioned before, ask your physician if you're unsure. I'm going to say straight up that I've been using this product for more than a month, and I haven't noticed any physical or mental benefits so far. That isn't to say that consuming extra vitamins and minerals isn't doing my body good, but I haven't noticed a change to my skin or physical well-being that I can chalk up to sea moss. I'm enjoying the product, and it's a great low-fat and low-calorie topper for yoghurts, oats, or smoothies — or even just straight from the jar when you're feeling peckish. But I wouldn't stray from a balanced diet or expect a wonder cure for your skin, gut and well-being needs. Further research is needed, and I'll be reporting back if I notice any changes to my health over the coming months. Although sea moss is related to seaweed, the majority of research supports the health benefits of seaweed as opposed to sea moss specifically. The benefits are reported to be similar, but the research is (at this stage) limited. A 2021 study suggests marine seaweeds contain 'bioactive components that promote a healthy diet,' listing properties like anticancer, antiviral, antihypertensive, antiinflammatory, neuroprotective and antifungal — to name a few. However, it adds that seaweeds can accumulate heavy metals and minerals, so consumption should not exceed the recommended daily allowance (150 mcg for adults). A risk assessment published by Environmental Science and Pollution Research suggests 4g per day of dehydrated Irish moss seaweeds contributes 'greatly' toward the recommended daily allowance for iodine in children (roughly 25.7%). A study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine on Chondrus crispus (sea moss) found that it could have prebiotic effects, improving gut health and immune modulation. However, the research was conducted on animals (rats) and not on humans. It's promising, at least, but a gamechanger in tablespoon form? Not yet. 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Medical News Today
01-07-2025
- Health
- Medical News Today
What is toasted skin syndrome?
Toasted skin syndrome (TSS) is a skin condition that occurs following chronic exposure to moderate heat or infrared radiation. Another name for this condition is 'erythema ab igne', which is Latin for 'redness from fire'.In TSS, repeated direct exposure to heat sources like heat pads, hot water bottles, or heated car seats may cause the skin to become pink and mottled. It may be harder to see on dark skin. Continued exposure to the heat source causes this mottling to darken and take on a reticulated or lace-like cases of TSS eventually resolve after a person stops exposing their skin to the heat source. However, people with severe TSS may experience permanent skin hyperpigmentation. Having TSS also increases the risk of certain types of skin article provides an overview of TSS and outlines the condition's symptoms, causes, and risk factors. We also describe how doctors diagnose and treat TSS, and consider the outlook for people with this skin syndrome (TSS) is a type of skin hyperpigmentation that develops following repeated exposure to moderate heat or infrared radiation. Potential sources of such include:heat pads or hot water bottlesheated car seatsspace heaterslaptops resting on thighsIn TSS, repeated direct contact with a heat source causes damage to the skin's elastic fibers and superficial blood vessels, resulting in hemosiderin deposition and overproduction of the pigment melanin. This process results in a type of mottled or lace-like deposition occurs when red blood cells leak and break down, and iron from those cells leaves a stain in the skin, causing brownish patches. It contributes to the mottled or net-like darkening seen in toasted skin syndrome. Removing the heat source can cause TSS to spontaneously resolve. However, repeated exposure to the heat source can lead to permanent hyperpigmentation. It may also lead to the progression of certain skin cancers, such as:Merkel cell carcinomabasal cell carcinomasquamous cell carcinomaSymptomsAs a 2021 case study explains, the skin lesions associated with TSS may not appear immediately after exposure to a heat source. Instead, they may take several weeks or months to to the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology (AOCD), the first sign of TSS is typically pink, mottled skin. With continued exposure to the heat source, the mottled areas may take on a reticulated or lace-like appearance, with the hyperpigmented areas becoming red, violet, or brown in and risk factorsToasted skin syndrome occurs when the skin comes into direct contact with a moderate-intensity heat source for a sustained period. This causes damage to the skin's elastic fibers and superficial blood vessels, releasing hemosiderin and melanin, which causes the affected area of skin to become hyperpigmented. Historically, TSS was more common among industry workers like bakers and metalworkers, who frequently had close exposure to heat sources. More recent risk factors for TSS include:resting a laptop on the thighsapplying heat pads or hot water bottles to the skinapplying a 'sauna belt' to help treat abdominal obesityusing a heated blanketusing a heated car seatusing a space heaterA 2021 review adds that TSS is more common among women compared to men, and is also more common among people with chronic diagnosing TSS, doctors will consider a person's symptoms alongside any history of heat exposure. In some cases, doctors may take a small sample of the affected skin and examine it under a microscope to look for characteristic signs of TSS. This type of test is called a biopsy, and it can help to rule out other conditions with similar symptoms. According to a 2018 case study, these conditions may include:livedo reticularislivedo racemosacutis marmoratacutis marmorata telangiectatica congenitaTreatmentA 2018 case study notes that TSS typically resolves after a person stops exposing their skin to the heat source. However, since TSS increases the risk of certain skin cancers, individuals who have TSS with skin ulceration or non-healing wounds should undergo a skin biopsy to rule out skin to the AOCD, more advanced cases of TSS may persist for years, and some may even be permanent. Some individuals with permanent hyperpigmentation may have concerns about the appearance of their skin. Treatments that may help to improve the appearance of TSS hyperpigmentation include:the topical treatment '5-fluorouracil'the topical retinoid 'tretinoin'laser therapyOutlookAccording to a 2021 review, TSS usually resolves within weeks or months of removing the heat source, although the rash may become permanent. The review adds that in some cases, TSS may develop into a type of skin cancer, such as:cutaneous squamous cell carcinomaMerkel cell carcinomaheat-induced basal cell carcinomaAnyone who has received a diagnosis of TSS and has continued concerns about their skin can talk to a doctor or dermatologist for further information and skin syndrome (TSS) or 'erythema ab igne' is a type of skin hyperpigmentation that occurs when the skin persistently comes into direct contact with a moderate-intensity heat source, or infrared radiation. In TSS, heat causes the skin's elastic fibers and superficial blood vessels to break down, releasing hemosiderin and melanin. This results in patchy hyperpigmentation that may darken over time and take on a lace-like or mottled diagnose TSS according to a person's symptoms and history of heat exposure. In some cases, doctors may take a skin biopsy to rule out other main treatment for TSS is removal of the heat source, and this method resolves most TSS cases within months. However, severe cases can cause permanent hyperpigmentation, and also increase the risk of certain skin cancers. Anyone who has concerns about this can talk to a doctor or dermatologist for further advice.
Daily Mail
26-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
How concerned should I be about my crusty brown skin patches? Dr Ellie reveals whether you should be worried about cancer
I am 77 and have crusty patches on my breasts, back and stomach. Could they be cancerous? Dr Ellie Cannon replies: It is unlikely. These sound like seborrhoeic keratoses – harmless skin growths that affect around three-quarters of people over 70 and often appear as rough, crusty patches in shades of tan, brown or black that can grow several centimetres wide.
Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Truth about the crusty brown skin patches you get after middle-age - and if you should be worried about cancer, revealed by DR ELLIE
I am 77 and have crusty patches on my breasts, back and stomach. Could they be cancerous? Dr Ellie Cannon replies: It is unlikely. These sound like seborrhoeic keratoses – harmless skin growths that affect around three-quarters of people over 70 and often appear as rough, crusty patches in shades of tan, brown or black that can grow several centimetres wide.
