A study of 34,500 adults was done. It showed that people with eczema had more than double the risk of a fracture, or bone injury, than people without eczema, reported The New York Times Well blog. The main author of the report, Dr Jonathan Silverberg, said ‘fatigue and sleep deprivation, the use of sedating medicines like antihistamines, could raise the risk of falls’. Also Dr Silverberg says ‘that chronic inflammation is associated with bone loss and increased fracture risk. Also steroid medications, often used for eczema, can weaken bones’. This is a very interesting study and got me thinking about some of the other reasons that this may occur. Vitamin D is considered important for bone health, as it helps the body absorb calcium into the body. Calcium is known to be vital for the bones. It is also suggested that eczema sufferers have low levels of vitamin D. These two facts may suggest a link to the results of this study. Taking a vitamin D supplement may help eczema sufferers. To both help with managing their eczema, and to help with their bone health.
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Nov 11, Eczema Tied To Bone Fracture Risk In Study
A study of 34,500 adults was done. It showed that people with eczema had more than double the risk of a fracture, or bone injury, than people without eczema, reported The New York Times Well blog. The main author of the report, Dr Jonathan Silverberg, said ‘fatigue and sleep deprivation, the use of sedating medicines like antihistamines, could raise the risk of falls’. Also Dr Silverberg says ‘that chronic inflammation is associated with bone loss and increased fracture risk. Also steroid medications, often used for eczema, can weaken bones’. This is a very interesting study and got me thinking about some of the other reasons that this may occur. Vitamin D is considered important for bone health, as it helps the body absorb calcium into the body. Calcium is known to be vital for the bones. It is also suggested that eczema sufferers have low levels of vitamin D. These two facts may suggest a link to the results of this study. Taking a vitamin D supplement may help eczema sufferers. To both help with managing their eczema, and to help with their bone health.
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Have Eczema? No Need for Bleach Baths, Study Suggests – WebMD – WebMD
Have Eczema? No Need for Bleach Baths, Study Suggests – WebMD
WebMD THURSDAY, Dec. 7, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Bathing in water is just as effective for the treatment of eczema as bathing in a bleach solution, a new review of previous research indicates. Doctors sometimes recommend a bleach bath, which is a mixture of … |
Study characterizes safety of pediatric psoriasis treatments
A retrospective review of pediatric patients treated for psoriasis with systemic agents provides much needed insight about the safety and tolerability of these medications.
Dermatology Times – Dermatology
Study defines ‘low-value care,’ evaluates toll on healthcare industry
A new study led by UCLA researchers has eye-opening findings about low-cost, high-volume unnecessary healthcare. These low-value services may surprise you.
Managed Healthcare Executive – Health Management
Mar 20, Study Shows That The Properties Of Superfine Merino Wool Can Benefit Children With Eczema
A study has been looking at the effects of superfine merino wool on children with eczema. The results have been positive so far with children reporting less irritation and itchiness. It has been found that the ultra fine fibres help to regulate the body’s temperature. It also stops moisture getting caught between clothing and the skin helping to create a healthy environment for eczema.
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Black children may suffer more severe eczema, but are less likely to receive treatment, study shows – Chicago Tribune
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Black children may suffer more severe eczema, but are less likely to receive treatment, study shows
Chicago Tribune Black children may have more severe eczema than white children, but they are less likely to visit a doctor for this common inflammatory skin condition, new research shows. Eczema causes the skin to become red and itchy. Roughly 11 percent of children … |
Study: Formularies may be key to alleviating opioid epidemic
New Yale University research offers stunning findings about drug formulary coverage and prescribing opioids.
Managed Healthcare Executive – Health Management
Death risk almost doubles with severe psoriasis, study suggests
Researchers have found that patients with psoriasis that affects more than 10 percent of their body surface area may have an increased risk of death.
Eczema / Psoriasis News From Medical News Today
AbbVie’s positive eczema study drags down Regeneron’s shares – Reuters
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AbbVie's positive eczema study drags down Regeneron's shares
Reuters AbbVie Inc said on Thursday its experimental drug to treat adults with moderate-to-severe eczema met the main goal in a mid-stage study, dragging down … AbbVie Inc (ABBV) Stock Surges on Positive Eczema Study AbbVie shares rally on positive eczema study, competitor Regeneron drops How AbbVie Could Chip Away At Regeneron's Potential Blockbuster |