2020
DOI: 10.1111/jdv.16634
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Truncal acne, what do we know?

Abstract: Truncal acne is frequently overlooked in dermatological practice, even though it may result in scars and impact on self-esteem and body image. Therefore, it is important to identify the disease early in order to initiate treatment in time and, thus, to prevent it from worsening and resulting in physical and psychological sequelae. The aim of this review is to provide an overview of what is currently known about truncal acne, its prevalence, aetiology and physiopathology, how its severity is currently evaluated… Show more

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“…Most prior HRQoL studies on acne have focused on facial acne. 25 , 26 However, just as with facial acne, acne can affect the chest and back with varying severity, and the location of acne has been shown to differentially impact the patient's HRQoL experience. 27 , 28 , 29 Evaluation of acne severity and impact beyond facial involvement can provide a means to develop a comprehensive patient management strategy.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Most prior HRQoL studies on acne have focused on facial acne. 25 , 26 However, just as with facial acne, acne can affect the chest and back with varying severity, and the location of acne has been shown to differentially impact the patient's HRQoL experience. 27 , 28 , 29 Evaluation of acne severity and impact beyond facial involvement can provide a means to develop a comprehensive patient management strategy.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…[1][2][3][4][5] Clinically, acne typically presents in various forms, with truncal acne presenting in more than half of the patients with facial involvement. [6][7][8][9][10][11] Despite its varying presentations and chronic nature, current guidelines offer little guidance to facilitate personalized or longitudinal management of patients. 6,12,13 Personalized care is important in chronic skin conditions, where treatment success is highly dependent on patient adherence to ongoing treatment regimens.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…15 Moreover, disease chronicity and the disease itself (including its anatomic location) play an important role, as can the health care system in which the patient is receiving care (eg, appointment availability and treatment costs). 11,15,16 Low adherence can be due to a perceived lack of response or low treatment satisfaction, highlighting the need for HCPs to consider and discuss patients' concerns, set realistic expectations, and dispel misconceptions throughout their treatment journey. 17,18 Ongoing care is also important in managing acne effectively to minimize disease relapse.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…Nearly three-quarters (73%) of adults (over 20 years of age) report ever having acne, 1 , 2 , 3 with as many as 61% presenting with truncal involvement. 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 The latter is inclusive of the shoulders, chest, and back. 9 Despite the high prevalence of truncal acne, there is paucity of data on its clinical aspects, including management options.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%