Is Camphor the Future in Supporting Therapy for Skin Infections?
Anna Duda-Madej,
Szymon Viscardi,
Małgorzata Grabarczyk
et al.
Abstract:The aim of this review is to present the potential application of camphor—a bicyclic monoterpene ketone—in the prevention of skin infections. Skin diseases represent a heterogeneous group of disorders characterized by prolonged symptoms that significantly diminish the quality of life. They affect the dermis, the epidermis, and even subcutaneous tissue. They very often have a bacterial or fungal background. Therapy for dermatological skin disorders is difficult and long-term. Therefore, it is important to find … Show more
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