Dermatology

A GP’s Guide to Treating Acne

A GP’s Guide to Treating Acne – MM1607

Acne needs to be considered as a diagnosis in both children and adults, as well as the common acne in adolescents. Treatment needs to be individualised according to the clinical presentation and psychological needs of the patient. Due to global concern about increasing antibiotic resistance of bacteria, antibiotics should not be prescribed as monotherapy for patients with acne. Patients have to be reviewed every three to six months so acne management can be assessed and medication changed if ineffective. Many patients worry about acne scarring. Early effective management can lessen the risk of permanent scarring.

Modern Medicine – July 2016

July 22, 2016 by Acne Dermatology

Novel Treatment for Unresectable Metastatic Melanoma

Novel Treatment for Unresectable Metastatic Melanoma – MM1502

South Africa, according to the South African Melanoma Advisory Board, has one of the highest incidences of melanoma cancers in the world. While melanoma is the most deadly form of skin cancer, a greater insight into the immune system has led to the launch of the immune checkpoint inhibitor, ipilimumab, for the treatment of advanced (unresectable or metastatic) melanoma.

Modern Medicine – February 2015

February 24, 2015 by Biologicals Dermatology Oncology

Treating Acne Early Reduces Scarring and Minimises Psychological Impact

Treating Acne Early Reduces Scarring and Minimises Psychological Impact – MM1410

Acne (acne vulgaris) is a common human skin disease, characterised by areas of skin with pimples, seborrhoea (scaly red skin), comedones (blackheads and whiteheads), papules (pinheads), nodules (large papules) and possible scarring.1 It affects skin with the densest population of sebaceous follicles. This includes areas of the face, upper part of the chest and back.

Modern Medicine – October 2014

October 28, 2014 by Acne Dermatology

Dermatology Clinic: Emerging Therapies in Psoriasis

Dermatology Clinic: Emerging Therapies in Psoriasis – MM1307

There is no cure for psoriasis, but recent research has led to improved understanding of the disease. Several new biological therapies target
specific steps in the pathogenesis of psoriasis, and enhancements in topical therapy and phototherapy have improved the armamentarium of effective suppressive treatments.

Modern Medicine – July 2013

July 11, 2013 by Dermatology
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