January 2012 in “Open MIND” This case report details a 61-year-old Afro-Caribbean man with pseudofolliculitis barbae induced by oral minoxidil.
November 2011 in “Revista Médica Clínica Las Condes” This article discusses the common skin issues faced by adolescents, such as acne and dermatitis, and emphasizes the psychological vulnerability of this group, but it provides no new clinical results.
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” This case series suggests that Propionibacterium acnes colonization may contribute to the development of hair casts and diffuse non-scarring alopecia, as patients' symptoms improved with antibiotics targeting the bacteria.
This study found that grafting an autologous cultured epithelial sheet improved both scarring and skin texture in four patients with acne-associated scar contracture three months post-treatment, suggesting the technique might effectively treat difficult acne scars by metabolizing excess collagen.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document says that early treatment of Acne Vulgaris is important to prevent scarring and that adult onset acne is common in women, often due to hormonal imbalances.
42 citations
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December 2014 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This review indicates that microneedle bipolar RF and fractional bipolar RF treatments offer significant improvement in acne scarring, with optimal results observed about three months after treatment.
February 2024 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” This study found that in atrophic acne scars, inflammation infiltrates the pilosebaceous unit over time, affecting resident stem cells and hindering the normal regeneration of the epidermis and adnexal structures, leading to scarring.
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January 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that treatment with fractional 1064 nm picosecond Nd:YAG laser effectively reduced post-acne erythema in adult Chinese patients without causing scarring or pigmentation issues, though some experienced temporary erythema, oedema, pruritus, and acne eruptions.
October 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” In this case report, a 16-year-old boy diagnosed with lupus miliaris disseminatus faciei showed improvement in facial granulomatous lesions with scarring after treatment with doxycycline, highlighting the potential need to explore treatment options for this condition characterized by asymptomatic papules on the central face.
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May 1978 in “JAMA” This article reviews the pathogenesis and prevalence of acne, emphasizing that neglecting treatment can lead to permanent scarring and emotional trauma, but presents no new findings.
In this case report, an African American male with signs of acne keloidalis nuchae highlights the condition's chronic nature and need for early intervention to minimize permanent scarring and its psychosocial impact.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses primary neutrophilic cicatricial alopecias, their clinical and histological characteristics, and the importance of early therapeutic intervention to prevent scarring alopecia, reporting no new clinical results.
May 2020 in “Scientific periodicals of Ukraine” This review discusses the pathogenesis and treatment approaches for non-scarring alopecia and acne, highlighting the role of genetic factors, androgens, and metabolic risks but reports no new clinical results.
August 2023 in “International Medical Case Reports Journal” In this case report, two patients with acne necrotica, one in early and one in late stages, showed improvement after treatment with topical mometasone furoate cream and doxycycline tablets, highlighting the under-recognition of this skin condition.
October 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The document suggests a bacteria plays a significant role in acne rosacea and that white hair can regain color after transplant, meriting more research on reversing grey hair.
2 citations
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January 2011 in “Elsevier eBooks” This book reviews the various types of acne and acneiform conditions, as well as their treatment options, with expert insights from multiple fields.
15 citations
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January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article offers strategies for managing acne effectively and safely, emphasizing treatment optimization, patient tailoring, and addressing antimicrobial resistance, but reports no new clinical results.
March 2026 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” This review reported potential risks of complications, such as scarring and disease exacerbation, following facial cosmetic procedures in patients with existing dermatologic disorders, emphasizing the need for careful surgical planning to address these challenges.
5 citations
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January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Acne in dark skin is influenced by environmental factors and can lead to hyperpigmentation, with various treatment options available.
March 2017 in “InTech eBooks” This source provides a comprehensive review of acne vulgaris, highlighting its pathophysiology, epidemiology, molecular mechanisms, and treatment options, emphasizing the significance of addressing acne's psychosocial burden for adolescents and beyond.
58 citations
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November 2018 in “Cochrane library” This study found that oral isotretinoin may slightly improve physician-assessed acne severity but is associated with more minor adverse effects compared to standard oral antibiotics plus topical treatment, based on low-quality evidence.
29 citations
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January 2016 in “Disease Markers” This study found that IGF-I and survivin may play a role in the pathogenesis of active acne vulgaris and postinflammatory acne scars, with a significant correlation between their serum levels.
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February 2011 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal” This introduction highlights the impact of acne vulgaris on quality of life and the complexity of selecting effective treatments, but it presents no new clinical results.
37 citations
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December 2005 in “International Journal of Clinical Practice” This review discusses the treatment strategies for acne vulgaris, emphasizing the importance of therapy selection based on lesion type, severity, and psychosocial impacts, but reports no clinical results.
12 citations
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May 2017 in “Medicine” This article provides an overview of acne vulgaris, discussing its causes, presentation, and psychosocial impact, but it reports no new research findings or clinical results.
2 citations
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June 2012 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This article describes using hair transplantation as a novel method to improve the appearance of acne scars, but it reports no clinical results.
October 2021 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” This study concluded that combination therapies often yield better results for treating atrophic post-acne scars than single treatments.
54 citations
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June 2006 in “Baillière's best practice and research in clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Baillière's best practice & research. Clinical endocrinology & metabolism” This review discusses the management of hirsutism and acne in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, highlighting the partial effectiveness of current treatments and suggesting a combined approach of medication and hair removal.
126 citations
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October 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This report verifies isotretinoin's significant efficacy in treating severe acne over the past year in the U.S., highlighting the need for careful patient selection and monitoring due to potential side effects.
66 citations
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October 2003 in “Dermatologic clinics” Excision and laser techniques can effectively treat acne keloidalis nuchae.