Surgery

Er:YAG Laser shows superior efficacy in Rx of acne scars

(HealthDay)—Er:YAG is more efficacious than bipolar radiofrequency combined with diode laser (BRDL) for treatment of mild-to-moderate acne scars, according to a study published online Nov. 2 in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine.

Immunology

Acne yields up secret that points to new treatments

(HealthDay)—In a finding that could lead to new treatments for acne, scientists say they've discovered a previously unrecognized way in which bacteria trigger inflammation in the skin.

Medications

Acne treatment differin gel approved for OTC use

(HealthDay)—The once-daily acne treatment Differin Gel 0.1% (adapalene) has been approved for over-the counter use among people 12 and older, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

High glycemic index/load diet linked to acne vulgaris

(HealthDay)—Patients with acne vulgaris have significantly higher glycemic index and glycemic load levels and significantly lower serum adiponectin levels, according to a study published in the July issue of the Journal ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Major new report identifies child suicide risk factors

Bereavement, bullying, exams and physical health conditions such as acne and asthma are some of the experiences linked to suicide in children and young people according to a new report by the University of Manchester's National ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Study zeroes in on mutation linked to zits

Little is known about the genetic causes of pimples and other forms of acne that plague most teenagers. In a new study, a team of Yale researchers identified a genetic mutation responsible for the defects that give rise to ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Patients often dissatisfied with acne care

(HealthDay)—Patients frequently report ineffective consultations in acne care, according to a study published online April 26 in the British Journal of Dermatology.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Drop in S. aureus carriage rate with antibiotic tx of acne

(HealthDay)—Treatment of acne with antibiotics is associated with a significant decrease in the rate of Staphylococcus aureus carriage, according to a study published in the April issue of the Journal of the American Academy ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Misconceptions about acne still common

(HealthDay)—There are still plenty of negative and mistaken beliefs about people with acne, a new study finds.

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