Researchers have identified the genetic mutation that occurs before birth responsible for the development of Sturge-Weber syndrome and port-wine birthmarks. Pinpointing the genetic cause behind this rare disorder and a common birthmark has been described by experts as "a major breakthrough"...
JAMA Dermatology Study Highlights A study by Cristina Carrera, M.D., of the Hospital ClÃnic de Barcelona, Spain, and colleagues suggests both physical barriers and sunscreens can partially prevent UV-B effects on nevi. (Online First) The prospective study included 23 nevi from 20 patients attending a referral hospital...
JAMA Dermatology Study Highlights In a research letter, Rainer Hofmann-Wellenhof, M.D., of the Medical University of Graz, Austria, and colleagues examined the effects of a chemical sunscreen on UV-Induced changes of different histological features in melanocytic nevi...
Scientists at the UnIversity of Edinburgh in the UK suggest that the heart-health benefits of sun exposure may outweigh the risk of developing skin cancer. In the landmark study, the researchers found that when sunlight touches our skin, a compound called nitric oxide that helps lower blood pressure, is released into our blood vessels...