Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, inflammatory skin disorder characterized by eczematous
and pruritic skin lesions. In recent decades, the prevalence of AD has increased worldwide …

For centuries, itch was categorized as a submodality of pain. Recent research over the last
decade has led to the realization that itch is in fact a separate and distinct, albeit closely …

Emollients and moisturisers for eczema - van Zuuren, EJ - 2017 | Cochrane Library Skip to
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Recent studies have produced an increasing body of evidence that the intestinal
microbiome plays an essential role in modulating systemic inflammation and skin diseases …

Staphylococcus aureus is an opportunistic pathogen and a common cause of skin infection.
S. aureus also plays a role in the pathogenesis of the chronic inflammatory skin disease …

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory dermatosis with periods of exacerbation and
remissions. AD is characterized by intense, persistent pruritus and heterogeneity in clinical …

Products designed to cleanse the skin commonly do so through surfactant action, which
leads to the lowering of the surface tension of the skin to facilitate the removal of dirt from its …

Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder with considerable impact on quality of life.
Emollients or moisturizers are widely recommended, but are these effective and safe? We …

Twice-daily moisturization is recommended by international guidelines as the bedrock of the
management of atopic dermatitis (AD). Moisturizers should be selected based on proven …

Background Hydration with topical emollients forms the backbone of treatment for mild
atopic dermatitis (AD), but few randomized controlled trials have assessed their efficacy in …