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Abstract
Vitamin D plays a vital role in skin diseases, and vitamin D supplementation seems to warrant protection against occurrence and exacerbation of several dermatological conditions. This review covers the immunopathological and therapeutic role of vitamin D, with a comprehensive illustration in some diseases.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of The Egyptian Women''s Dermatologic Society (JEWDS) was founded by Professor Zenab M.G. El-Gothamy. JEWDS is published three times per year in January, May and September. Original articles, case reports, correspondence and review articles submitted for publication must be original and must not have been published previously or considered for publication elsewhere. Their subject should pertain to dermatology or a related scientific and technical subject within the field of dermatology.