Vitamin D status and psoriasis duration: is there a link?
In a new case-control study, researchers aimed to provide more clarity regarding the relationship between vitamin D status and psoriasis.
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Vitamin D as a treatment option for psoriasis: Researchers continue to explore the options
A recent RCT on vitamin D and psoriasis resulted in inconclusive findings, yet the implications may still suggest vitamin D as a viable therapeutic option.
Sunbeds and malignant melanoma risk
What does the application of “Evidence Based Medicine” show us regarding the relationship between sunbed use and melanoma risk?
Vitamin D deficiency may be associated with the pathogenesis of vitiligo, according to recent study
Researchers discover that vitamin D deficiency was more common in vitiligo patients, and significantly associated with disease activity.
Does vitamin D supplementation improve inflammation from sunburn?
A recent study found that high dose vitamin D supplementation reduced inflammation and decreased redness in the skin after sunburn.
Small trial finds vitamin D supplementation managed symptoms of ichthyosis in children
New findings suggest that vitamin D supplementation may be an effective form of therapy in the management of ichthyosis.
Research suggests that the agricultural revolution is responsible for the evolution of skin pigmentation
The analysis of DNA changes from Ancient Europe led to a new hypothesis regarding the evolution of skin pigmentation.
Vitamin D supplementation may improve rare skin condition
Researchers recently found supplementation with vitamin D decreases the severity of Verneuil’s disease.
New study highlights importance of vitamin D supplementation in patients sensitive to the sun
A prospective longitudinal study compared the differences in seasonal vitamin D levels between patients with skin conditions who are sensitive to the sun and healthy people.
European study provides further evidence for UV theory of skin pigmentation
A recent study examined the effects of genetic variants related to skin pigmentation on vitamin D levels among children and its influence on sun exposure behavior.
