A multicenter epidemiological study of acne vulgaris in Korea

Abstract

This study presents the demographic features and clinical characteristics of acne sufferers in Korea. This large-scale analysis provides a useful overview of acne in Korea.

Beliefs, perceptions, and treatment modalities of acne among schoolchildren in Lithuania: A cross‐sectional study

“…In the present study, as in that by Rigopoulos et al, 18 parents were the most popular source of information about acne. 28,29 There is little evidence on the role of alcohol in the pathogenesis of acne, although Suh et al 30 found an associa-tion between alcohol consumption and acne exacerbation. Our results reflect the important roles of family members, friends, and the mass media in not only informing and advising schoolchildren but also in correcting their misconceptions of acne.…”

Comparative study of dietary habits between acne patients and a healthy cohort

“…It is worth noting a lower fruit and vegetables consumption in the acne group compared to the control group, to which can be interpreted as a protective factor for acne development in this latter group. This latter association is not well documented in the literature, [4] but we believe this point is remarkable not only for acne prevention and treatment but also to stimulate healthy habits in adolescents and young adults.…”

“…[6] The important proportion of patients with acne who relate stress and menstrual period to exacerbations is also remarkable, considering the role of hormones in acne. [4] Significant changes in follicular duct and even duct orifice blockages occur during menstrual period. [4] Our study confirms what is published elsewhere [ Table 2], indirectly evidencing that alimentary habits may influence acne apparition and exacerbations.…”

“…[4] Significant changes in follicular duct and even duct orifice blockages occur during menstrual period. [4] Our study confirms what is published elsewhere [ Table 2], indirectly evidencing that alimentary habits may influence acne apparition and exacerbations. We propose patient education and counseling about the ingestion of these probably related foods as part of acne treatment.…”

Effect of Doxycycline in Autologous Serum to Improvement Clinical Manifestation of Acne Vulgaris

“…[1] The pathogenesis of acne vulgaris consists of four which is the key the occurrence of acne vulgaris include excessive sebum production, abnormal keratinization (hiperkeratinisasi), colonization of Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), release of inflammatory mediators. [2] The use of systemic antibiotics recommended for the treatment of moderate to severe acne vulgaris is doxycycline and minocycline.…”