- Corticosteroid use can lead to subclinical elastosis and skin thinning.
- Damage begins deep in the skin, affecting elastic fibers and fibroblasts.
- High-resolution imaging tools can detect early elastin damage.
- Softer skin may indicate early signs of damage.
- Antioxidants and growth factors are potential treatments.
- Early detection and regular monitoring are essential to intervene before permanent damage occurs.
Source: Dermis
