Skin cleansing in dermatoses.
Following a swift survey of the different types of cleansers, the author focused the discussion on the management of chronically altered skin states, e.g. atopic dermatitis. Cleansing principles of such a condition primarily involves the prevention of any further local inflammation and stratum corneum dehydration in an attempt of pruritus and xerosis soothing effect. Cleansing rules in atopy are developed through recently demonstrated pathogenic features of this condition.
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Clinique de Dermatologie, Hôpital St. Jacques, Besancon, France.
D003681:Dehydration / Q000517:prevention & control; D003876:Dermatitis, Atopic / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D006920:Hygiene; D007057:Ichthyosis / Q000517:prevention & control; D012648:Self Care