Christiane Billen, born in 1969, pharmacist and naturopath, not only wants to use the new Quantum Satis series to educate people about acne inversa (AI, hidradenitis suppurativa), but above all to give hope: The disease acne inversa, which was once classified as "rare", is increasingly becoming the focus of the treating physicians and also of research - and is no longer considered incurable! This is not a matter of course: just 10-15 years ago, the state of research was felt to be almost zero. In many cases, the lack of awareness of the disease led to incorrect diagnoses over the years; In some cases it took more than 10 years until patients received the correct diagnosis after a frustrating doctor's marathon and were thus given a chance to be treated in accordance with the guidelines. So that the chronic course of the disease could at least be slowed down. With the therapeutic options that are now available, however, more and more AI patients have the chance of a pain-free and stress-free life. Not within a few days, but for the foreseeable future if they are willing to do something about it. The earlier the correct diagnosis is made, the better the chances. For this reason, it is also of immense importance that awareness of the disease continues to increase. Therefore, this series of books is also aimed at anyone who has repeatedly suffered from abscesses, "pimples", boils and fistulas within the last six months. And also to their relatives and friends. "In many years of being self-employed in my pharmacy, originally from my own concern (AI patient up to 13 years ago, or the last operation in 2010), my consulting focus on acne inversa developed and meant that I helped numerous people on their way Acne inversa and also from the AI was allowed to accompany. This knowledge should now be a help and hope for even more people. Since acne inversa develops multifactorially, it is often the "little things"... It is the recognition of individual triggers in combination with support from the "right" therapists (experienced specialists in dermatology and plastic surgery, naturopaths, psychologists, specialized wound centers) that paves the way to healing."

Do you suffer from painful abscesses in the armpits, groin or genital area? Have you ever heard of "Acne Inversa" (Hidradenitis suppurativa) or do you suspect you suffer from the little researched disease? Do you want to know everything about "Acne Inversa" and how to deal with the disease? The guide offers you comprehensive information about "Acne Inversa". The chronic disease attacks your body. It is considered a systemic disease. You will learn what you are dealing with in the disease "Acne Inversa". Look forward to honest information and tried and tested tips from the author, which have already proven themselves in practice. You will receive detailed descriptions of the various therapeutic approaches, both conventional and unconventional. Do you want to know how to find your own way to live with and accept the disease? Specific offers of help and ideas for self-help await you in the guidebook. All the measures and exercises can be done at home or from home. You can actively promote your mental health and social contacts yourself. You will learn to contain the symptoms and lead a happier life. Despite "Acne Inversa!" Do you want to change your life and get "acne inversa" under control? Get back your lost quality of life. Activate your body's own mechanisms and start your self-healing powers. Don't let "acne inversa" rule your life any longer. Start now and live more freely and happily! The guidebook "Diagnosis: ACNE INVERSA" offers you important information and answers: What is Acne Inversa? What are the symptoms? What are the severity levels and how are they determined? What are the causes & triggers? How is acne inversa diagnosed? What are the effects of acne inversa? What are the most common comorbidities? Is acne inversa a "disability"? Does the condition differ between men and women? Acne inversa during puberty and menopause? What should be considered in the context of COVID-19? And more... Reaching sufferers - Sharing knowledge - Saving quality of life - That's the goal.

This book provides comprehensive information and practical tips to more effectively control your acne inversa (AI) and improve your quality of life. We will look at various aspects of nutrition, including potential triggers, the anti-inflammatory diet, leaky gut as well as the importance of intestinal cleansing, the hormonal effects of the body's own adipose tissue as well as the purpose of weight loss in acne inversa, the Hormesis concept and much more. The book is rounded off with a selection of healthy and tasty recipes. These recipes are specially tailored to the needs of people with acne inversa and help to enjoy a balanced and nutritionally valuable diet. This book is designed to motivate you and help you take your health into your own hands. "Nutrition and Acne Inversa: The Holistic Solution for a Better Quality of Life" is your comprehensive guide to controlling acne inversa through diet and lifestyle changes. With the information and practical tips in this book, you will be encouraged to make positive changes in your diet, sanitize your gut, regulate your hormone balance, and pursue healthy weight loss if necessary. The Hormesis Concept will help you not only improve your skin health and reduce the symptoms of acne inversa. Take your health into your own hands and discover the transformative power of a holistic diet. With this book, you'll be on your way to a better quality of life and a positive impact on your acne inversa."

In this book "Psoriasis under control: Natural ways to healthy skin" you will find comprehensive information, an overview of proven conventional medical concepts and tried and tested strategies for coping with psoriasis. Learn how you can relieve your symptoms and improve your quality of life by also using natural therapies. From proven herbal remedies to nutrition tips and suggestions on relaxing techniques to manage stress, this book offers you a holistic approach to taking back control of your skin. In this second edition you will find even more current and exciting findings on the subject of intestinal rehabilitation. Recipes for an anti-inflammatory diet in psoriasis have also been added to the volume, which are easy to replicate. With inspiring case studies, valuable advice and sound science, "Psoriasis under control" is the key to an active, self-determined life despite psoriasis. Dive into the world of natural healing and discover your personal path to healthy skin!

A provocative title illustrating how the method developed by Dr. Ruffini works. Thanks to the huge potential of sodium hypochlorite, you can say goodbye to more than one hundred skin and mucosal diseases even after just one application. These conditions are often difficult to treat and highly resistant to traditional methods: ranging from skin and nail dermatitis, to candidiasis and papillomavirus, from injuries to inflammations, from canker sores to oral herpes and shingles, from diabetic foot infections to insect stings, from jellyfish burns to domestic burns. A practical handbook, the first about the Ruffini Method, that explains with a friendly approach how to apply sodium hypochlorite to treat the listed conditions, how to correctly dilute the product and how to store it, but also how to use it for your personal hygiene and to disinfect domestic environments. In addition, at the end of the book there is a brief chapter devoted to the well-being of our four-legged friends.

This practical, fully illustrated handbook is the second in our series on dermatological diseases and their treatment with Chinese herbal medicine by Sabine Schmitz. This volume examines the cause and treatment of acne and rosacea from a Chinese medicine perspective and provides advice for practitioners on their treatments in their daily practice. It covers prescriptions and treatment options for all types of acne, rosacea and TCM syndromes, detailed case studies and colour photographs of the skin and tongue for precise diagnosis. The book also contains instructions on external applications such as pastes, washes or ointments, as well as detailed diet instructions and advice. Easy to read, use and navigate, Treating Acne and Rosacea with Chinese Herbal Medicine is the perfect resource for anyone treating skin diseases in their daily practice, regardless of their specialization.

The painful and often scarring disease hidradenitis suppurtiva is presented comprehensively in this issue of Dermatologic Clinics led by expert Gregor Borut Ernst Jemec. Topics include: Diagnosing hidradentis suppurativa; Prevalence, risk factors and co-morbidities of hidradentis suppurativa; Genetics of hidradentis suppurativa; Histopathology and imaging; Inflammatory mechanisms in hidradentis suppurativa; Microbiology of hidradentis suppurativa; Endocrinological aspects of hidradentis suppurativa; Role of mechanical stress in hidradenitis suppurativa; Randomized controlled trials of hidradentis suppurativa treatment; Antibiotic treatment of hidradentis suppurativa; Other medical treatments of hidradentis suppurativa; Surgical interventions in hidradentis suppurativa; Lasers and IPL in hidradenitis suppurativa; The Handicap of hidradentis suppurativa.

The 5-Minute Clinical Conult 2014 Standard Edition provides rapid-access in a quick-reference format. It delivers diagnosis, treatment, medications, follow-up, and associated factors for a broad range of diseases and conditions. Organized alphabetically by diagnosis, this best-selling clinical reference continues to present brief, bulleted information on disease topics in a consistent and reader-friendly three-column format.

This book showcases the latest digital skin imaging, optical/laser systems and advanced immunologic therapies including topics ranging from the basic dermatologic sciences to advanced microscopic and laser optics. The addition of radiologic breakthroughs serves as comprehensive source for the dermatologic community, helping them access sonographic, CT, MRI and nuclear medicine procedures refined for dermatologic and subcutaneous pathologies. In addition, it assists radiologists determine the appropriate imaging technologies for specific clinical dermal disorders. A detailed and up-to-date overview of image-guided treatments is provided. The initial chapters on benign and inflammatory diseases are precursors to advanced chapters on hidradenitis suppurativa and pigmented lesion analysis. A dedicated chapter on melanoma skin cancer and malignant melanoma is followed by updated concepts of melanoma treatment, including genetic markers and PET/CT to monitor therapeutic success. Further chapters address such topics as dermal trauma from foreign bodies and burns, scar imaging, fillers complications and podiatric imaging. Chapters on optical coherence tomography and reflectance confocal microscopy complete the coverage. All chapters were written by dermatologists trained in ultrasound diagnosis, interventional radiologists, dermatopathologists and specialists in advanced optical and microscopic dermatologic analysis, providing a reference guide to noninvasive diagnosis techniques and image guided minimally invasive treatment options. As such, Image Guided Dermatologic Treatments will be an invaluable asset for clinicians in medical and allied fields where dermatologic diagnosis using the least invasive option is required.

Retinoids are valuable drugs in the dermatologic armamentarium, being employed in daily clinical practice. The text provides an in-depth update on the latest thinking on pharmacology, clinical use, side effects, and follow-up of retinoid therapy in dermatology; it also addresses topics related to retinoid use in special circumstances, such as vulnerable populations, concomitant surgery, and aesthetic procedures. CONTENTS: The background of retinoids * Mechanism of action of vitamin A * Mechanism of action of topical retinoids * Mechanism of action of isotretinoin * Mechanism of action of acitretin * Mechanism of action of bexarotene * Mechanism of action of alitretinoin * Effects of retinoids at the cellular level (differentiation, apoptosis, autophagy, cell cycle regulation, and senescence) * Effects of retinoids at the systemic level * New aspects of isotretinoin teratogenicity * Mucocutaneous side effects * Ophthalmologic side effects * Musculoskeletal side effects * Neurologic side effects * Psychiatric side effects * Gastrointestinal side effects * Endocrine and metabolic side effecs * Other systemic side effects: Cardiovascular, pulmonary, otolaryngorhinologic, genitourinary, renal, and immunologic * Retinoids in acne * Retinoids in hidradenitis suppurativa/acne inversa * Retinoids in rosacea * Retinoids in hair disorders * Retinoids in psoriasis * Retinoids in keratinization disorders * Retinoids in antiaging therapy * Retinoids in other skin diseases * Retinoids in lymphoma * Retinoids in cutaneous chemoprophylaxis * Guide to good clinical practice for vulnerable populations (infancy, childhood, fertile period, elderly) * Retinoids and concomitant surgery * Retinoids and concomitant aesthetic procedures * Laboratory and clinical follow-up * Teratogenicity and registry programs * Management of vitamin A and retinoid side effects * Future and novel unexplored indications of retinoids Published in association with the Journal of Dermatological Treatment.