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Altersspezifische Prinzipien der topischen Therapie

Aged-related principles of topical therapy

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Die topische Therapie sollte dem Alter angepasst werden, da sich die Hautphysiologie ändert. Dies gilt insbesondere für die Auswahl einer Creme oder Salbe und die Wirkstoffe. Ebenfalls ändern sich die Ansprüche an eine Hauttherapie mit dem Alter. Weiterhin ist die Motivation für eine entsprechende Therapie und die Fähigkeit zur Anwendung altersabhängig. Hilfspersonen bei der Anwendung werden meist bei Kindern und bei sehr alten Menschen benötigt. Das Spektrum und die Ursachen der Erkrankungen variieren stark mit dem Alter. Die Penetrationsfähigkeit von Wirkstoffen aus Cremes und Salben in die Haut kann im Alter verändert sein.

Abstract

Topical therapy should always be adapted to patients’ age due to changes in skin physiology. This is particularly applicable when choosing a cream or ointment and the active substances. The expectations for therapy also change with age. The motivation to perform therapy as well as the physical ability to do so also changes with age. Children and elderly patients often need help in applying topical agents. In addition, range and cause of diseases varies considerably within age groups. Finally, the penetration of the active substance from creams and ointments may also change with age.

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Proksch, E. Altersspezifische Prinzipien der topischen Therapie. Hautarzt 65, 192–196 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00105-013-2659-1

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