Tag: Acne
Clinical Trials Support Efficacy of Tretinoin Lotion for Tx of Acne
Phase 3 trials show significant improvement compared with placebo for moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris
Acne Linked to Increased Risk of Major Depressive Disorder
Significantly increased risk of developing MDD in first five years after diagnosis; highest risk in first year
Microneedling Plus TCA Peel Performs Well in Acne Scarring
Combo of microneedling + trichloroacetic acid more effective than microneedling +/- platelet-rich plasma
Long-Term Macrolide Use Linked to Resistant P. Acnes
Long-term oral macrolides for treatment of acne may increase macrolide resistance
Serum Homocysteine Higher in Acne Patients
Authors say measurement of serum homocysteine may be important for patient management
Addition of Peel to Microneedling Improves Acne Scar Treatment
Addition of glycolic acid peel to microneedling linked to better scar improvement, skin texture
Most Barbers Can Identify Pseudofolliculitis Barbae
Fewer barbers identify acne keloidalis nuchae; most know razor use will aggravate conditions
Pulsed Dye Laser Doesn’t Significantly Improve Acne
Patient satisfaction on laser-treated side was 75, 81, and 81 percent at second, fourth, and eighth week
Most Cutaneous Procedures Seem Safe During Isotretinoin Rx
Mechanical dermabrasion and fully ablative laser not recommended in setting of systemic treatment
Acne-Related Depression, Anxiety Not Tied to Oxidative Stress
Anxiety more common than depression and directly associated with quality of life impairment
