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Primrose Oil, Borage Oil Not Effective Eczema Treatment

Neither evening primrose oil (EPO) or borage oil (BO) are effective at treating eczema.

Sturge-Weber Syndrome, Port Wine Stains Genetically Linked

A somatic single nucleotide mutation causes Sturge-Weber syndrome and port wine stains.

FDA Proposes to Increase User Awareness of Sunlamp Risks

The U.S. FDA has proposed an order to reclassify sunlamp products from a low-risk to a moderate-risk device, which would require comprehensive risk labeling on such products.

Topical Cream Granted Breakthrough Therapy for Rare Connective Tissue Disorder

SD-101 was granted Breakthrough Therapy designation for the treatment of skin blisters and erosions caused by Epidermolysis Bullosa.

AAP Endorses Pediatric Acne Management Guidelines

The American Academy of Pediatrics has reviewed and endorsed the recommendations of the American Acne and Rosacea Society for the clinical management of pediatric acne.