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Recently, the addition of moringa to skincare products has become a popular trend, especially in the natural beauty industry. It is being marketed for its intended moisturizing, antioxidant, and anti-aging properties; however, data are scarce demonstrating its clinical effects as well as standardized concentration, formula, source, and extraction methods. Skin specialists must be aware of this trendy ingredient, including its recent claims in marketing material and current evidence in the literature.
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Envelhecimento da Pele , Higiene da Pele , Humanos , Pele , Antioxidantes/farmacologia , Antioxidantes/uso terapêuticoRESUMO
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that can affect any part of the body, is often present in visible areas, and may occasionally be difficult to treat. Psoriasis can lead to depression and decreased quality of life. We performed a qualitative survey to examine patient perspectives on how psoriasis impacts their lives. Patients with psoriasis are vulnerable to embarrassment and stigmatization in public spaces, as well as discrimination at work, school, or in society. Further studies are needed to determine the best interventions for improving the quality of life in this patient population.
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Psoríase , Qualidade de Vida , Humanos , Estereotipagem , Inquéritos e QuestionáriosRESUMO
Recently, social media use has skyrocketed, especially with millennials. The use of filtered images and photo editing has led to a new trend of social media-induced dissatisfaction with appearance, termed "snapchat dysmorphia" and "selfie dysmorphia". It is important for practitioners to recognize and understand this trend in addition to knowing how to manage these patients. As clinicians, we have bioethical and professional obligations to educate ourselves on new and relevant trends, ensure adequate patient safety, and advocate for continued consumer education.
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Beleza , Transtornos Dismórficos Corporais/prevenção & controle , Ética Médica , Mídias Sociais/ética , Cirurgia Plástica/ética , Temas Bioéticos , Transtornos Dismórficos Corporais/etiologia , Transtornos Dismórficos Corporais/psicologia , Imagem Corporal/psicologia , Humanos , Educação de Pacientes como Assunto/ética , Educação de Pacientes como Assunto/métodos , Segurança do PacienteRESUMO
The concept of unconscious bias has recently emerged as a possible contributor to current health disparities. A pilot study was performed to evaluate the presence of unconscious bias in dermatology, which has not yet been thoroughly examined. Our results show that some degree of unconscious bias may be present during clinical decision-making for patients of different skin tones and sex. Additional studies are needed to further characterize the role of unconscious bias in health disparities in dermatology.