A trial compared fractional CO2 laser with topical tioconazole to Q-switched Nd:YAG laser for onychomycosis. The fractional CO2 laser group showed significantly greater OSI score improvement, while both groups improved in DLQI and satisfaction scores.
A study comparing clindamycin 1% gel alone vs. its combination with benzoyl peroxide 2.5% cream found the combination therapy significantly more effective in reducing lesion count and improving global assessment scores.
Daily use of a ceramide-containing sunscreen improves skin barrier function over four weeks. It reduces redness, lowers transepidermal water loss, and increases skin hydration, with no adverse effects reported.
Metabolic conditions significantly influence catecholamine and glutathione peroxidase levels, suggesting their involvement in acne pathogenesis and highlighting potential avenues for targeted treatment.
