Results showed that exposure to metformin was associated with a reduced risk for nonmelanoma skin cancer across skin types diagnosed with SCC and BCC with multivariable adjusted odds ratios of 0. ...

Itchy skin without a rash can be an annoying problem, especially if it’s long-lasting and you can’t find relief. Persistent itching could be due to various causes, from simple dry skin to ...

As the pandemic continues, experts are learning more and more about the symptoms of COVID-19. And, as it turns out, some of them -- like rashes -- may be easy to see.

A common drug used to treat type 2 diabetes can be a “protective agent against non-melanoma skin cancer”, a new study has shown.. Researchers have found that people using metformin are less at risk of ...

In a pioneering study, study, researchers have demonstrated that metformin, a common diabetes drug, can slow the growth of skin tumor organoids. This research highlights metformin’s role in ...

Metformin use and risk of non-melanoma skin cancer: a propensity-matched case-control study. J Drugs Dermatol . 2024;23(12):1089-1095. doi:10.36849/jdd.8249 Key statistics for basal and squamous ...

People With Diabetes Who Stop Taking Metformin Face Increased Dementia Risk. Written by Gigen Mammoser on October 25, 2023 — Fact checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D.

Metformin use may be linked to a lower risk for dementia in patients with type 2 diabetes, a meta-analysis of over 3.4 million participants revealed. This site is intended for healthcare professionals ...

Bummed about dry skin?An NYC board-certified dermatologist is recommending slathering your face with diaper rash cream. “I do this at night when I’m in a very dry climate or my skin is super ...