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Definition Psoriasis is an inflmmatory rash with increased epidermal proliferation (acanthosis) resulting in an accumulation of stratum corneum (scale). The etiology is unknown.The clinical appearance is that of sharply demarcated,erythematous papules, patches, and plaques, surmountedby silvery scales.  Breast skin, courtesy of Mark R. Wick, M.D. Photomicrograph showing the layers of thickskin. This specimen obtained from the skin of the sole of the foot(human) shows epidermis (Epi) containing the extremely thickstratum corneum (SC). Remaining layers of the epidermis (exceptfor the stratum lucidum, which is not present on this slide)—that is,the stratum basale (SB), the stratum spinosum (SS), and thestratum granulosum (SGr)—are...

We all know that olive oil is extremely tasty and extremely good for you especially when it’s compared to other forms of oil but fewer people will be aware of the ozonated form of olive oil. Naturally, olive ozonated oil is packed with anti-aging antioxidants and hydrating squalene, making it superb for hair, skin, and nails. Just like ozonated coconut oil, it's an essential in any DIY beauty maven's kit. 1. Preshampoo Hair Treatment Ozonated olive oil has been used as a hair treatment since ancient Egyptian times. First, warm the ozonated olive oil in the hot water. Then apply it generously...

To the best of our knowledge, the first application of gaseous O3 was performed during World War I for treating German soldiers affected by gaseous gangrene due to Clostridium anaerobic infections very sensitive to O3. In 1936, Dr P. Aubourg, by using a metal cannula, was the first to propose the insufflations of gaseous O2/O3 in the rectum to treat chronic colitis, anal ragadis and fistulae. This approach is very empirical and unprecise and today it is mostly used by Cuban physicians. In 1937, a Swiss dentist, E. A. Fisch (1899– 1966) had the idea to use it in his...

Background: Ozone gas has a high oxidation potential and is 1.5 times greater than chloride when used as an antimicrobial agent against bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. It also has the capacity to stimulate blood circulation and the immune response. Such features justify the current interest in its application in medicine and dentistry and have been indicated for the treatment of 260 different pathologies. It can be used for the treatment of alveolitis as a replacement for antibiotic therapy, as a mouthwash for reducing the oral microflora, as well as the adherence of microorganisms to tooth surfaces. Ozone has been...