A UC Irvine-led study has revealed the underlying genetic factors that help repair skin lesions caused by psoriasis, which could engender new methods of controlling the lingering condition. Dr. Bogi ...

A novel topical gene therapy healed most lesions among patients with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, a rare genetic blistering skin disease, the GEM-3 trial showed. Topical administration of ...

Monkeypox lesions should be covered in their active phase. Last week monkeypox was declared a public health emergency in the U.S. and now with more than 8,900 confirmed cases of monkeypox, thousands ...

You may dismiss it as an insect bite when bumps or bites appear on your body. But when those bumps grow, become tender, or damage your skin, you may question what caused the spots. A skin disease ...

SPMC Dermatology urges early consultation for skin issues, warns against herbal remedies, and advises SPF 30+ sunscreen to prevent skin cancer.

Orf virus in humans is a common and widespread zoonotic viral infection that affects the skin. It is caused by the parapoxvirus and appears worldwide. Orf virus has many names: contagious pustular ...

A new case study is adding to the growing body of evidence that COVID-19 may lead to skin manifestations like persistent discoloration, rash, and lesions, researchers say. Earlier in the pandemic, ...

Acne affects approximately 50 million Americans annually, creating not just physical blemishes but emotional distress that can impact confidence and quality of life. While countless treatments promise ...

MC1R - the gene behind red hair - also shapes how quickly wounds heal, revealing why some people recover more slowly than others.

Acne is a skin condition that plagues millions of people around the world, irrespective of their age, gender, or race. Yet, when it comes to addressing acne in the Black community, there’s a ...