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Sun Protection Advice for the South African Population for the Prevention and Management of Skin Diseases. [PDF]

open access: yesInt J Dermatol
ABSTRACT Sun protection is critical for the prevention and management of skin cancer and other photosensitive dermatoses in South Africa's diverse population. This review expands on previously published sun protection advice for skin cancer prevention by providing tailored advice for individuals with specific dermatological conditions.
Isaacs T   +7 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Long-Term Observations on the European Photopatch Test Baseline Series (EPTBS) in Real Clinical Practice: 11 Years of Results in a Spanish Cohort and Suggestions for an EPTBS Update. [PDF]

open access: yesContact Dermatitis
ABSTRACT Background The European Photopatch Testing Baseline Series (EPTBS) was published in 2013. However, limited data exist regarding the real‐world clinical application of the EPTBS. Objectives This study aims to describe the photopatch test experience with the EPTBS over 11 years at a tertiary hospital in Spain.
Gómez-Martínez S   +4 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Sunscreening and Photosensitizing Therapy in the Elderly

open access: yesMedical Sciences Forum, 2023
People aged 65+ are generally polymedicated. In this age group, it is important to be aware of the potential for drug-induced photosensitivity. Sunscreen use is an effective way to prevent sun damage to the skin. Our study aimed to evaluate sunscreen use
Maria Deolinda Auxtero   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Preparation and Characterization of Organic/Inorganic Composite UV Filter Microcapsules by Sol-Gel Method

open access: yesAdvances in Materials Science and Engineering, 2021
Octyl methoxycinnamate and butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane are organic UV filters with poor photostability and will become photoallergy or phototoxic substance when exposed to ultraviolet radiation. The organic UV filters coated by microcapsules can reduce
Pey-Shiuan Wu   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Photopatch and UV-irradiated patch testing in photosensitive dermatitis

open access: yesIndian Dermatology Online Journal, 2016
Background: The photopatch test is used to detect photoallergic reactions to various antigens such as sunscreens and drugs. Photosensitive dermatitis can be caused due to antigens like parthenium, fragrances, rubbers and metals.
Reena Rai, Maria Thomas
doaj   +1 more source

A novel in vitro method for the detection and characterization of photosensitizers. [PDF]

open access: yesPLoS ONE, 2010
Photoactivation and binding of photoactive chemicals to proteins is a known prerequisite for the formation of immunogenic photoantigens and the induction of photoallergy.
Nadine Karschuk   +8 more
doaj   +1 more source

Cytotoxic Activity of Opopanax hispidus (Friv.) Griseb.: Characterization of a New Chalcone-type Compound. [PDF]

open access: yesChem Biodivers
ABSTRACT The present study aimed to investigate cytotoxic compounds of Opopanax hispidus (Friv.) Griseb. through in vitro, in silico, and phytochemical analyses. The cytotoxic activity of O. hispidus was evaluated against four different cancer cell lines – lung (A549), breast (MCF‐7), liver (HepG2), and cervix (HeLa) – as well as one healthy cell line (
Taban K   +7 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Ketoprofen, an emerging photoallergen

open access: yesJournal of Medical Science, 2014
Introduction. Ketoprofen, which belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), is an emerging photoallergen. Especially its topical use may be a cause of drug-induced photosensitivity. Material and methods. We report two cases of
Ewelina Bogumiła Zuba   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Photosensitivity to Triflusal: Formation of a Photoadduct with Ubiquitin Demonstrated by Photophysical and Proteomic Techniques

open access: yesFrontiers in Pharmacology, 2016
Triflusal is a platelet aggregation inhibitor chemically related to acetylsalicylic acid, which is used for the prevention and/or treatment of vascular thromboembolisms, which acts as a prodrug.
E Nuin   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

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