Cases of the autoimmune skin condition eczema appear to rise in areas most plagued by air pollution, new research show ...

We tend to think of COVID-19 as a respiratory illness. But, like many viruses, COVID can also affect your skin and cause ...

Autoimmune diseases are those in which the body's immune system attacks its own cells and tissues. With lupus, the attack is ...

Patients with autoimmune skin diseases should avoid taking immunostimulatory herbal supplements, as usage was associated with risks for immune dysregulation.

Kristen Whitney, DO, FAAD, dermatologist at Allegheny Health Network, explored the intricate management of alopecia areata, ...

A healthy skin microbiome plays a crucial role in regulating our immune system and preventing chronic health issues, such as ...

While it’s not true that hidradenitis suppurativa is caused by poor hygiene, what you do in the shower can worsen flare-ups ...

But those kinds of risk factors aren’t enough on their own. People have to be exposed to one or more “triggers” that tip the ...

COVID-19 is associated with long-term risk for autoimmune and autoinflammatory connective tissue disorders, according to a ...

Seeing a skin doctor isn’t just about checking for moles or getting a cream for acne or wrinkles. Dermatologists may see early signs of everything from celiac disease to diabetes. The post 11 ...

Severe acne occurs when the pores and hair follicles in your skin get clogged with sebum (an oily substance that creates a protective skin barrier), bacteria, or dead skin cells. This clog creates ...