Acne
From the Journals
Treating female-to-male transgender adolescents with acne presents unique concerns with depression
Severe acne and being transgender both are associated with high rates of depression, placing importance on effective dermatological intervention...
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Microneedling improved acne scars in small study of patients with darker skin
Scars and hyperpigmentation improved following microneedling, with mild, temporary side effects.
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Cost, coverage concerns cited as barriers to acne medication adherence
Study participants reported having discussions with providers about treatment side effects and instructions for use – but not about price concerns...
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Review finds some evidence of efficacy for nonpharmacological acne therapies
“The low methodological quality of the included studies made it difficult to draw clear conclusions.”
Conference Coverage
VIDEO: Cannabinoids in dermatology
SAN DIEGO – “Our skin is chock full of cannabinoids; chock full of expression of cannabinoid receptors.”
Peer to Peer
Evaluating Dermatology Apps for Patient Education
Tips
Debunking Acne Myths: Does Wearing Makeup Cause Acne?
Acne breakouts caused by makeup and other skin care products, known as acne cosmetica, typically resolve when patients stop using pore-clogging...
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Acne is linked to higher chances of major depression
More than skin deep: Acne delivers a blow to mental health.
Conference Coverage
Late-breaking research presented at AAD on Saturday February 17
Presentations include phase 1 and 2 data on investigational therapies for atopic dermatitis.
Conference Coverage
VIDEO: What to monitor during isotretinoin treatment
KAUAI, HAWAII – Hilary Baldwin, MD, medical director of the Acne Treatment and Research Center, Morristown, N.J., recently changed how she...
Original Research
Mobile Medical Apps for Patient Education: A Graded Review of Available Dermatology Apps
The utilization of mobile applications (apps) as educational resources for patients highlights the need for an objective method of evaluating the...