The global fight against leishmaniasis, a disease affecting over a billion people, is hindered by a lack of effective drugs, vaccines, and comprehensive control strategies. A new review highlights key challenges, including socioeconomic factors and the disease's complex life cycle, and calls for a more coordinated effort and increased funding to accelerate progress towards its elimination.

A new study has found that an injectable solution containing hyaluronic acid and amino acids can effectively rejuvenate and augment the labia majora. The pilot study showed significant improvement in skin firmness and elasticity, with all patients reporting aesthetic improvements and high satisfaction after the treatment.

A new study shows that a topical treatment made from date palm leaf extract, called WartOver®, is highly effective in treating cutaneous warts. In a randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled trial, the herbal treatment led to complete wart clearance in nearly 70% of patients with no reported adverse effects or recurrence.

Dermatophytosis, a fungal skin infection, is becoming a growing concern due to an increase in chronic cases, unusual symptoms, and treatment failure. This article examines the non-standardized methods of antifungal susceptibility testing (AFST) to help predict treatment success.

This study found that an oral product containing Amla fruit significantly increased hair growth in women with androgenetic alopecia, as shown by an improved anagen-to-telogen ratio. The results suggest that Amla syrup is an effective treatment for this type of hair loss.

This study evaluated the in vitro anti-Leishmania activity of Dracocephalum lindbergii against Leishmania major, revealing significant antiparasitic effects and antioxidant properties in its methanolic fraction. These findings suggest the potential of D. lindbergii as a promising source for developing novel leishmaniasis treatments.

This study investigated the characteristics of patients referred for patch testing for eyelid dermatitis, finding that allergic contact dermatitis was the most frequent cause across all groups. Patch testing is highlighted as crucial for .accurately identifying responsible allergens and guiding effective treatment for eyelid dermatitis

A study investigated the safety and effectiveness of photobiomodulation for localized fat reduction in Middle Eastern participants. The findings showed significant reductions in body circumferences with high patient satisfaction and no reported adverse effects, suggesting it's a safe and effective non-invasive option.

This study evaluated a mannitol-containing hyaluronic acid filler for nasolabial fold improvement in Middle Eastern patients, showing significant wrinkle reduction and high patient satisfaction with primarily mild adverse events. While effective, further large-scale safety studies are recommended.