Investigating causal relationships between obesity and skin barrier function in a multi-ethnic Asian general population cohort

• Main Authors: Yew, Yik Weng, Mina, Theresia, Ng, Hong Kiat, Lam, Benjamin Chih Chiang, Riboli, Elio, Lee, Eng Sing, Lee, Jimmy, Ngeow, Joanne, Elliott, Paul, Thng, Steven Tien Guan, Chambers, John Campbell, Loh, Marie
• Other Authors: Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine)
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: 2023
• Subjects: Science::Medicine; Skin Barrier; Obesity; Mendelian Randomization
• Online Access: https://hdl.handle.net/10356/169564
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

Skin diseases impact significantly on the quality of life and psychology of patients. Obesity has been observed as a risk factor for skin diseases. Skin epidermal barrier dysfunctions are typical manifestations across several dermatological disturbances.