Latest scientific research on the use of Cannabis as a therapy for the treatment of pathologies and symptoms of chronic conditions related to skin diseases.
Popular articles and medical publications about medicinal cannabis and the different elements such as cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids or interaction with drugs or substances.
The rare skin disease epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is characterized by unusual blistering of the skin. Children with EB are called “butterfly children” because the skin is as delicate and fragile as a butterfly wing. Only about two to three out of 100,000 people are affected by the disease. The cause is hereditary, the genes that […]
Pimples and blackheads are familiar to most young people. Acne is the most common skin disease worldwide: about 85% of people suffer from it at some point in their lives. In more than half of them the skin disease only has a slight course. However, 40% of those affected experience such severe symptoms that they […]
The skin is a vital organ that is not only an external defence barrier but also an agent implied in body functioning. When we talk about the endocannabinoid system (ECS) in the skin we mean that regulates many of its functions. As a result, cannabinoids can influence skin biology, as scientific research supports, and their […]
Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a skin disorder characterized by skin fragility, also known as “onion skin”. However, the disease can manifest to many different organ systems. Therefore, children with EB may have life-long multidisciplinary management, relying on dermatologist, cardiologist, haematologist/oncologist, nephrologist, dentists, ophthalmologist, nutritional specialist, paediatric speech and language therapist, neurologist, pain specialists, psychologist, social […]
Cannabidiol (CBD) is the second more important compound found within the cannabis plant after tetrahidrocannabinol. It boasts countless medical benefits ranging from being a homeopathic to a therapeutic drug. When it comes to dermatological issues, CBD really produce cosmetological and medical advantages. This article will focus on Cannabidiol use and on two of the most […]
Among all of the chronic skin diseases, eczema and psoriasis are the most common. For those who are looking for natural therapies to treat certain skin conditions, cannabinoid-based products can be a good alternative. A number of studies have confirmed that topical cannabinoid-based products can help to treat skin conditions such as eczema and atopic […]
Around 125 million people in the world suffer from psoriasis and this October 29th we will celebrate World Psoriasis Day. Under the theme “Breaking the Barriers”, associations from around the world are promoting a campaign to denounce the barriers that people who are suffering from this condition have to face. In addition to the purely physical factors, […]
Psoriasis during the Summer Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin disease that affects about 2% of the British population. It usually occurs between the ages of 15 and 35. Psoriasis can produce redness, which can be covered with white scales and causes skin lesions in the form of “spots” varying in size and thickness. The summer months are […]
