Evaluation of the Serum Zinc Level in Adult Egyptian Patients with Melasma [PDF]
Zagazig University Medical Journal, 2022 Introduction: Melasma is a pigmentary disorder. Zinc has anti oxidative and anti-inflammatory properties. Zinc also stop more activity of melanocytes and guard skin from ultraviolet rays.
Naglaa Khalifa +3 more
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Efficacy and Tolerability of a Microneedling Device Plus Exosomes for Treating Melasma
Applied SciencesMelasma is a challenging skin condition which involves both structural and functional skin alterations. Despite the availability of various treatment options, the management remains complex.
Ilaria Proietti +5 more
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Frontiers in Public Health, 2021 Background: Acupuncture shows benefits for patients with melasma, although no optimal number of sessions have been determined.Methods: The prospective observational study was conducted in melasma patients who were treated with acupuncture procedures two ...
Thanan Supasiri +4 more
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Beyond Pigmentation: Dermoscopic Vascular Patterns Reveal Novel Risk and Protective Factors in Melasma [PDF]
J Cosmet DermatolABSTRACT Objective To investigate the correlation between the dermoscopic severity of telangiectasia and key pathophysiological features in melasma, and to identify the risk factors associated with vascular pattern severity. Methods In this cross‐sectional study, 137 female melasma patients were classified into four vascular types based on dermoscopic ...
Yang Z, Wu J, Yao Q, Gu H, Tu Y.
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Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal, 2021 Objective: To compare the efficacy of Intradermal Tranexamic acid and topical 20% Azelaic acid cream in the treatment of melasma. Study Design: Comparative prospective study.
Sayyida Komal +3 more
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Microneedling and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment for mixed melasma [PDF]
, 2022 Background: Melasma, or chloasma, is an acquired pigmentary disorder caused by increased melanin in the epidermal and dermal layers, characterized by brown or gray patches on the face and neck.
Wulandari, Puteri +2 more
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Efficacy of Topical Silymarin in Melasma Treatment During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding [PDF]
, 2022 Melasma is a common hyperpigmentation disorder that negatively impacts quality of life. Melasma predominately affects women of reproductive age and is commonly acquired during pregnancy.
Nowak, Warunee
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Quality of Life of Melasma Patients in Pakistan
Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal, 2022 Objective: To assess the quality of life in Pakistani melasma patients. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Dermatology, Combined Military Hospital Lahore, from Oct 2020 to May 2021.
Atiya Rahman +5 more
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KEPARAHAN MELASMA DAN LAMA PEMAKAIAN KONTRASEPSI HORMONAL JENIS SUNTIK [PDF]
, 2020 Tujuan : Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan lama pemakaian kontrasepsi hormonal jenis suntik terhadap keparahan melasma. Metode : Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian observasional dengan desain Cross-Sectional.
Sembodo, Tjatur +2 more
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Efficacy and Safety of Yellow Light Monotherapy Versus Yellow Light Combined With 20% Vitamin C for the Treatment of Melasma: A Single‐Center, Randomized, Double‐Blind, Placebo‐Controlled Clinical Study [PDF]
J Cosmet DermatolABSTRACT Background Melasma treatment remains challenging due to limited effective and safe options. This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of yellow light phototherapy alone versus combined with 20% vitamin C in treating melasma. Methods Seventy‐one patients were randomly assigned to receive twice‐weekly yellow light phototherapy combined with ...
Du D, Liu X, Huang Y, Wu S, Jiang X.
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