Glycerol 85% efficacy on atopic skin and its microbiome: a randomized controlled trial with clinical and bacteriological evaluation

Glycerol 85% efficacy on atopic skin and its microbiome: a randomized controlled trial with clinical and bacteriological evaluation

Background Treating atopic dermatitis (AD) is still a challenge. The staphylococcal skin load is known to aggravate AD. Narrow band ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) and glycerol in low concentration (20–40%) are established therapies for AD. NB-UVB has proven antimicrobial actions, while high concentration gl...

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Main Authors: Randa Youssef, Vanessa Hafez, Yasmine Elkholy, Ahmed Mourad
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2021-10-01
Series:Journal of Dermatological Treatment
Subjects:
atopic dermatitis
glycerol
staphylococcus
ultraviolet therapy
phototherapy
microbiome
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09546634.2019.1708246

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09546634.2019.1708246

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