Abstract Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder associated with multiple comorbidities, including seborrheic dermatitis (SD), which develops in more than half of PD patients. SD in patients with PD…
Condition: Skin
The therapeutic potential of cannabinoids for integumentary wound management
Abstract The increasing legalization of Cannabis for recreational and medicinal purposes in the United States has spurred renewed interest in the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids (CBs) for human disease. The…
Cannabinoids and Inflammations of the Gut-Lung-Skin Barrier
Abstract Recent studies have identified great similarities and interferences between the epithelial layers of the digestive tract, the airways and the cutaneous layer. The relationship between these structures seems to…
Cannabinoid use and effects in patients with epidermolysis bullosa: an international cross-sectional survey study
Abstract Background: Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) patient anecdotes and case reports indicate that cannabinoid-based medi cines (CBMs) may alleviate pain and pruritus and improve wound healing. CBM use has not been…
Medical cannabis dimethyl ether, ethanol and butane extracts inhibit the in vitro growth of bacteria and dermatophytes causing common skin diseases
Abstract Cannabis preparations are gaining popularity among patients with various skin diseases. Due to the lack of scientific evidence, dermatologists remain cautious about their prescriptions. So far, only a few…
Cannabis use among patients with cutaneous lymphoma: A cross-sectional survey
Abstract Objectives To evaluate patterns of cannabis use in patients with cutaneous lymphoma (CL), as well as the association between cannabis use and itch specifically. Design Cross-sectional survey created in partnership with the Cutaneous Lymphoma…
Cannabis sativa and Skin Health: Dissecting the Role of Phytocannabinoids
Abstract The use of Cannabis sativa is currently recognized to ease certain types of chronic pain, reduce chemotherapy-induced nausea, and improve anxiety. Nevertheless, few studies highlighted the therapeutic potential of C. sativa extracts and…
Phytocannabinoids Stimulate Rejuvenation and Prevent Cellular Senescence in Human Dermal Fibroblasts
Abstract In light of the increased popularity of phytocannabinoids (pCBs) and their appearance in beauty products without rigorous research on their rejuvenation efficacy, we decided to investigate the potential role…
Phytocannabinoids Stimulate Rejuvenation and Prevent Cellular Senescence in Human Dermal Fibroblasts
Abstract In light of the increased popularity of phytocannabinoids (pCBs) and their appearance in beauty products without rigorous research on their rejuvenation efficacy, we decided to investigate the potential role…
Cannabidiol Improves Random-Pattern Skin Flap Survival in Rats: Involvement of Cannabinoid Type-2 Receptors
Please use this link to access publication Abstract Background One of the major complications associated with random-pattern skin flaps is distal necrosis. Cannabidiol (CBD) has recently gained much attention as a…