August News
Congratulations to Dr Jo-Ann See who is the guest editor of the current edition for the Australian Society of Cosmetic Dermatologists journal. The journal is widely read by dermatologists, as well as cosmetic physicians and nurses and the emphasis of this edition is on acne. Many of the country’s leading dermatologists have collaborated on this edition which brings current medical and scientific insights into the world of acne. Not only are new treatments discussed but new thoughts on diet as well as stress are highlighted.
Congratulations as well for her collaboration on an international paper “Isotretinoin Laboratory Monitoring in Acne Treatment” that has recently been published in JAMA (Journal of the American medical Association) Dermatology. This was organised on the basis of her work with 20 other international dermatologists in the study was organised from Massachusetts General Hospital.
Eczema
As the weather cools down, we often see an increase in the number of patients presenting with eczema. And it’s all because of the long hot showers!
Patients with eczema generally have dry, sensitive skin. Common trigger factors are changes in the weather and season; irritants such as soap, detergents, water as well as perfumed products. Often patients also have allergies which also encompass predispositions to asthma and hayfever.
The basis of all successful eczema treatment is the avoidance of long showers, avoiding soap (using gentle soap free wash is ok) and being liberal with the use of moisturisers. Repair of the skin barrier is essential to good eczema control. Mainstays of treatment include the use of suitable anti-inflammatory topical steroids and steroid sparing creams. For more severe cases, oral medications which suppress the immune system may be suitable as well as phototherapy treatment. The latest treatments include injection treatments know as biologics.
Eczema treatments should be tailored to each patient’s condition and our Dermatologists are able to provide you with a suitable treatment plan.
The Very Peri Summit with Mamamia and Dr Jo-Ann See
Dr Jo-Ann See talks to Mamamia about the changes in your skin when you experience perimenopause.
Essential listening for all women 40’s+
She covers the common issues and shares some skincare tips.
Emepelle cosmeceuticals for mature skin
Dermatology news
Interesting news in Dermatology. In this issue of the Limbic, The Rise in Non Melanoma Skin Cancers, The TGA gets tough on social influencers promoting therapeutic skincare products.
What affect has the pandemic had on your skin?
Dr See recently spoke to Lisa Ham from the Sydney Morning Hearld about the effects of the Covid pandemic on your skin.