psoriasis

AI-driven gene discovery unlocks personalised treatment for psoriasis

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image: ©SeventyFour | iStock AI-powered gene discovery enables personalised psoriasis treatments, delivering targeted therapies and better patient outcomes, according to researchers at King’s College London Recent research from King’s College London has used artificial intelligence‑enabled gene discovery to reveal new insights into psoriasis, paving the way for personalised treatment strategies. By combining machine learning with … Read more

Can seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff be a hidden sign of HIV? Expert weighs in on viral claim | Health News

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3 min readNew DelhiFeb 8, 2026 01:55 PM IST A recent reel by creator Dr Fahad Imtiaz on Instagram has raised eyebrows. In the video, he shared an experience from his clinic: “There was a patient who had good skin, but we noticed some dandruff on his scalp. We gave him a ketoconazole shampoo and … Read more

More expectant mothers begin pregnancy with autoimmune conditions

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Thousands more UK women who are having children have been diagnosed with an autoimmune condition now compared to the beginning of the millennium. In a paper published in Lancet Rheumatology today, researchers involved in the MuM-PreDiCT project run by the University of Birmingham and funded by the Medical Research Council have found that there has … Read more

Dealing with Difficult or Unique Psoriasis Cases, with Douglas DiRuggiero, DMSc, MHS, PA-C

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Douglas DiRuggiero, DMSc, MHS, PA-C, a certified physician assistant who is known for his clinical experience in dermatology, spoke at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference about tips for healthcare providers in dealing with difficult psoriasis cases. The interview, conducted by the HCPLive editorial team, features a discussion regarding such cases, advice from DiRuggiero on … Read more

Bariatric Surgery Linked With Psoriasis Improvement

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TOPLINE: Most patients with psoriasis experienced clinical improvement or remission after metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) in a systematic review. METHODOLOGY: Researchers conducted a systematic review of 14 studies that included 169 patients (mean age, 46.8 years; 74% women) with psoriasis who underwent MBS. Participants underwent various surgical procedures; gastric bypass was the most common … Read more

Residual inflammation can linger in psoriasis patients despite skin treatment

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New research shows that in patients with psoriasis, even though their skin responds well to treatment with biologics, inflammation can linger, leading to broader health implications such as obesity and cardiovascular and fatty liver disease. The findings of the study in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology (JID), published by Elsevier, could lead to more targeted … Read more

How an Indian-born biochemist is using Belfast as a global base to revolutionise skincare – The Irish News

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An Indian-born biochemist is on a relentless personal mission to revolutionise dermatological care for potentially a billion people worldwide suffering from skin conditions – all thanks to her grandmother. And Dr Pragya Sharma has even named her home-grown Belfast dermatology start-up ‘Granlab’ in a nod to the woman she first treated for psoriasis, a chronic … Read more

Weight Loss Drugs Show Increasing Benefit in Skin Disease

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Emerging data about benefits of the newer weight-loss drugs for some chronic skin conditions suggests their potential use in dermatology, as well as a role for dermatologists in obesity management. Glucagon like peptide 1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) medications began as treatments for type 2 diabetes (T2D), then emerged as weight-loss drugs. The newer generation … Read more

Psoriatic Arthritis: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

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About six years ago, Mike Braucher, 58, had to stop playing basketball with his sons because of joint pain. After a few pain medications didn’t work, he was eventually referred to a rheumatologist who provided a more accurate diagnosis: Psoriatic arthritis, a chronic condition marked by joint pain and skin symptoms. Braucher, like many with … Read more

Breakthrough research identifies small peptide for psoriasis treatment

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Birmingham scientists have shown that a sequence of just three amino acids may reduce the severity of psoriasis, when applied topically in an emollient cream. The researchers, whose study is published in Pharmacological Research, identified the smallest part of a peptide (small protein) called PEPITEM, which occurs naturally in the body and regulates inflammation. The … Read more