An overview of treatment options for acne vulgaris : review
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Acne vulgaris is one of the most common dermatological disease which may present with disturbed epidermal barrier function, exacerbated by drugs used to treat acne, both general and local. The instructing patients with acne in the selection of appropriate cosmetic products, significantly improves their quality of life. The aim of the study was to gain the knowledge of acne patients about the skin care principles. The study involved 80 patients suffering from acne vulgaris and showed the need to conduct education in the field of proper care of the acne skin.
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Acne vulgaris (acne), a common inflammatory skin disorder, has its peak incidence between 14 and 19 years of age, with girls frequently developing acne earlier than boys. Over recent years, persistent acne is becoming more prevalent in adult women.
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Acne is one of the most common skin conditions in the UK. It is treatable, and mild-to-moderate acne should be managed in primary care—its management is a key area of practice for many nurse prescribers. The aim of acne treatment is to prevent scarring and reduce patient distress. It should be assessed and graded with psychosocial effects addressed. Treatment is matched to the severity of acne, and all treatment needs to be used for 2 months and then re-assessed. This article addresses acne assessment, treatment for mild-to-severe cases and practical skincare advice for all acne patients.
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Purpose of review Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition that affects approximately 40–50 million Americans annually. The peak incidence of acne occurs during adolescence and young adulthood, with approximately 80% of persons aged 11–30 years having at least minor acne. Because the onset of acne is typically in early adolescence, pediatricians are often at the front-lines in terms of caring for patients with this chief complaint. Recent findings Over the last 2 years, new acne therapies have become available. These include new combination fixed-dose products, which may allow for greater flexibility in treatment and greater patient compliance. New topical antibiotics have also come to the market, providing more therapeutic options for mild to moderate inflammatory acne. Lastly, acne therapies involving the use of light sources and photosensitizers are currently being developed, which may provide a whole new modality for managing complicated patients. Summary Successful management of acne requires the physician to make a thorough assessment of the patient's acne severity, predominant lesion type, skin type, and lifestyle in order to pair each individual patient's needs with the appropriate anti-acne therapy. This article provides an overview of the pathophysiology of acne and pre-existing topical therapies. It then discusses some novel acne therapies and outlines how they might fit into a physician's treatment strategy.
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Acne is the most common skin condition worldwide and can have significant physical and psychological effects. Up to a third of those affected will require medical intervention to prevent irreversible scarring. This article provides general information about acne, introduces current guidelines and offers advice to help nurses support patient adherence to treatment.
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Acne vulgaris (acne) is a common chronic skin disease and affects over 90% of teenagers worldwide. Despite its prevalence, acne vulgaris is shrouded in multiple misconceptions that are widespread in the general public, among acne patients, and even in health-care professionals. This article reviewed six common misconceptions about acne vulgaris: (1) acne is a trivial condition and does not require medical attention; (2) acne is a transitory disease of adolescence; (3) dietary factors cause acne; (4) acne is caused by uncleanliness; (5) acne improves rapidly upon treatment; and (6) acne can be treated by sunlight. These misconceptions span across the natural history, etiology, and treatment of acne vulgaris. The paucity of knowledge about acne has potentially severe consequences and should not be overlooked. Underestimating the severity and progression of acne may delay treatment, while misinterpreting the etiology of acne could lead to unnecessary and disruptive lifestyle changes. Unrealistic expectations about therapy will lead to dissatisfaction, which may decrease treatment compliance. Actions in public health, medical education, and research are warranted to eradicate these misconceptions about acne vulgaris.
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Acne is a common disease caused by multiple factors affecting the pilosebaceous follicles. As a result of the multifactorial nature of this disease, current treatment guidelines recommend using drugs from multiple classes. Adherence is a challenge when multiple drugs are needed in a treatment regimen. Newer combination products may help physicians combat this issue. The purpose of this paper was to examine prescribing patterns in the treatment of acne focusing on combination-product use. The National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey database was queried for visits for acne. Visits were analyzed for patient demographics and treatment regimens. Prescription for common treatments and combination products were analyzed to determine changes in prescribing over time. The most common treatment for acne was topical retinoids. Two combination products were within the top 10 acne treatments. The use of combination products is increasing in primary care specialties (1.26% per year; P=0.002) as well as among dermatologists (0.66% per year; P<0.001). Primary care physicians (12.6%) prescribed combination products at a higher percentage of visits than did dermatologists (11.5%). The use of combination acne products is increasing. The use of combination products is expected to increase as a means of reducing treatment complexity and increasing adherence to treatment.
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