Browsing: Skin

Moisturisers are only the beginning. Many people with eczema rely on unexpected items to make everyday itch more manageable – here’s five.

A new survey uncovers how chronic eczema itch disrupts sleep, work and emotional well-being in Singapore. Respondents describe bleeding flare-ups, shame, isolation and inconsistent relief. Here is what the first 100 voices revealed.

IL-31 drives a powerful itch response in atopic dermatitis by activating nerves and amplifying skin sensitivity. Combined with a weakened barrier, this creates the relentless itch many patients describe as deep, unpredictable and difficult to control.

The itch-scratch cycle is more than a bad habit – it is a physiological loop that traps millions with atopic dermatitis. Now, science is breaking the vicious itch-scratch cycle.

Skin cancer can start small – but so can its detection. Find out how a quick skin biopsy helps doctors spot cancer and treat it early.

Laser for pigmentation? It is not always a clear fix for darker skin. Find out why some lasers can make it worse – and how to choose safer options, with commentary by Dr Preethi Jeyabal from Eagle Aesthetics & Surgery.

From acne treatment to skin hydration, cosmetic procedures are increasingly used to support long-term skin health, not just appearance.

Skin cancer detection technology has evolved – AI and imaging now identify cancers earlier, faster, and more accurately than visual checks alone.

The loss of collagen can cause unwanted changes in our appearance as we age. With new aesthetic innovations, it is now possible to restore and stimulate collagen production in our skin for a brighter, fresher look.

The SMC suspended dermatologist Dr Khoo Boo Peng after his patient developed rare side effect pancytopenia from azathioprine, highlighting gaps in patient care, testing and monitoring.