Publications by authors named "Anne-Charlotte Kuna"

Omega-3 fatty acids (ω-3 FAs) exert anti-inflammatory effects, including the downregulation of pro-inflammatory cytokines, eicosanoids, and insulin-like growth factor-1. Therefore, they may improve acne severity as an adjunct treatment. However, there is a paucity of data regarding patients' existing deficits.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Rosacea is a common chronic inflammatory dermatosis of the face, clinically characterized by erythema, telangiectasia, papules, pustules, and rhinophyma. In January 2022, the updated guideline on rosacea was published. Groundbreaking innovations include the new clinical classification according to phenotypes, extended diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations for ocular rosacea and implications of the gut microbiome on rosacea.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF
Article Synopsis
  • The updated S2k guideline focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of rosacea, a common chronic skin disease primarily affecting the face, with symptoms evolving from flushing to severe inflammatory lesions.
  • Treatment recommendations include avoiding triggers and using topical treatments like metronidazole, azelaic acid, and ivermectin; vasoconstrictors for persistent redness; and systemic therapy for severe cases, primarily low-dose doxycycline.
  • Additional care for ocular rosacea involves lid hygiene and treatments such as ciclosporin eye drops and azithromycin.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF