Does Topical Fluorouracil Improve Effects of Photoaging?

Many patients are concerned about the cosmetic effects of photoaging, premature skin aging attributable to long-term UV radiation exposure. Typically patients present with lentigines, rhytides, telangiectasias, inelasticity, and hyperpigmentation. There are numerous treatments that reduce the effects of photoaging such as over-the-counter topicals, topical retinoids, chemical peels, and laser therapy. A recent study looked at …