Molluscum Contagiosum: what to do about this skin infection?
Lynda Ware blogs about Cochrane evidence on treatments for molluscum contagiosum, a common skin infection
Tag Archives: topical treatments
What works for chronic sinusitis?
In this guest blog, Ear, Nose and Throat doctor and researcher Carl Philpott explains the latest evidence on treatments for chronic sinusitis.
Antibiotics and antiseptics for wounds: evidence and ignorance
The poor state of the evidence on antibiotics and antiseptics for wounds.
Psoriasis: a personal view and a look at what works
Freya shares her story of living with psoriasis and Lynda Ware looks at a recent Cochrane evidence on topical treatments for scalp psoriasis
Can topical NSAIDs help relieve the pain of arthritis?
Lynda Ware explains the evidence behind advice to 'put some cream on it!', with topical NSAIDs shown to be helpful for arthritis pain
Treating atopic dermatitis: tacrolimus seems to be effective and safe
Tacrolimus cream may be a good alternative to steroid creams for atopic dermatitis
Topical NSAIDs: good relief for acute musculoskeletal pain
New evidence on an effective alternative to oral painkillers
Treating pressure ulcers: new evidence, continued uncertainty
Which dressing is best? Can the evidence help us choose wisely?
Evidently Advent Day 23: best health evidence wrapped up for the festive season!
Is silver just for Christmas?
Evidently Advent Day 13: best health evidence wrapped up for the festive season!
Perhaps this is why Rudolph's nose is red...
Silver, napkins and some choice morsels of Cochrane evidence
Last week I gave you jellyfish, so don’t let it be said that I only go for the big...
Topical steroids helpful in managing chronic rhinosinusitis and nasal polyps
Key message: Topical steroids are a beneficial treatmentSomething done with the aim of improving health or relieving suffering. For...