TLDR Many adults in Porto have acne, but few know or treat it.
The study on adult acne in the Greater Porto area of Portugal found a high prevalence of 61.5% among 1,055 evaluated adults aged 20-60. Only 36.8% of those with acne were aware of their condition, and just 25% sought treatment. The study identified several risk factors, including increased calorie intake, tobacco smoking, milk consumption, hirsutism, alopecia, and seborrhea. The findings highlighted the significant role primary healthcare services could play in managing acne-related risk factors and psychosocial consequences.
71 citations,
November 2013 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Acne is a chronic disease linked to various systemic conditions and has significant psychological and social effects.
4 citations,
December 2021 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine” Adult female acne is complex and requires a combination of treatments for effective management.
67 citations,
September 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy” Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.
June 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The article concludes that hormonal therapy is an effective long-term acne treatment, even for those without hormonal imbalances.
2 citations,
January 2018 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Almost 40% of Greek women with acne show signs of androgen-related disorders, with adult women more likely affected.
