A Comprehensive Review of Acne Vulgaris

June 2019 in “ Clinical research in dermatology ”

Abdul Kader Mohiuddin

androgens insulin insulin-like growth factor-1 high glycemic load diets skim milk benzoyl peroxide antibiotics retinoids oral antibiotics hormonal therapy isotretinoin IGF-1 Accutane

TLDR Acne can't be cured but can be managed with treatments like benzoyl peroxide and diet changes; it's costly and can lead to scarring and mental health issues.

The document from June 16, 2019, provided a comprehensive review of Acne Vulgaris (AV), a common skin disorder that can't be prevented or cured but can be treated effectively. The condition is primarily driven by hormones like androgens, insulin, and insulin-like growth factor-1, and is influenced by factors such as diet and smoking. High glycemic load diets and skim milk were linked to acne development. The review also discussed various treatment options, including topical treatments like benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics, and retinoids, as well as systemic therapies like oral antibiotics, hormonal therapy, and isotretinoin. The document also highlighted the economic burden of AV, with the cost estimated to exceed $1 billion per year in the USA for direct acne therapy. The incidence of acne scarring in the general population was reported to be between 1 to 11%, and acne scars were linked to poor self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and even suicidal ideation.

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Acne can't be cured but can be managed with treatments like benzoyl peroxide and diet changes; it's costly and can lead to scarring and mental health issues.