Relation between HLA-DP/DQ Polymorphisms, Serum IP-10 and Response to Direct Acting Antiviral Therapy among HCV Infected Patients.

HCV infection represents a worldwide health problem with many attempts to control. This study aimed to assess the relation between HLA-DQ-rs3920 SNP, HLA-DP-rs3077 SNP, serum IP-10 levels and response to direct acting antiviral (DAA) drugs among HCV infected Egyptian patients. The study included 100 HCV infected patients (received sofosbuvir, Daclatsvir and Ribavirin) and 50 apparently healthy volunteers as controls.

Skin-lightening patterns among female students: A cross-sectional study in Saudi Arabia.

Background: Skin-lightening products (SLPs) are commonly used worldwide, and their improper use and overuse is becoming a burden on health care workers, including dermatologists.

Objective: This study aimed to determine the characteristics, determinants, preferences, and side effects of the use of SLPs among Saudi female students and their association with mental health.

Methods: A cross-sectional analytic study, using a self-administered prevalidated questionnaire, was conducted among female students in the Aljouf region of Saudi Arabia.