Medications
Study identifies factors that affect antibiotic prescribing for acne
Multiple salient factors affect long-term antibiotic prescribing practices for acne, according to a study published in JAMA Dermatology.
Apr 10, 2024
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News tagged with acne
Medications
Doctors urge refrigerating acne creams to reduce cancer risk
Some dermatologists are recommending that people refrigerate benzoyl peroxide products such as Proactiv and Clearasil after an independent lab found they were contaminated with the potent carcinogen benzene.
Mar 21, 2024
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Health
Study finds adult acne clinic visits increase with exposure to wildfire-related air pollution
Short-term exposure to wildfire-related air pollution is associated with an increase in clinic visits for acne vulgaris among adults, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology, ...
Mar 18, 2024
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Medications
Dermatologists' group offers latest guidance on acne
It might take a combination of treatments to rein in problem acne in teens and adults, updated guidelines from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) suggest.
Feb 2, 2024
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Inflammatory disorders
Bacterial enzyme research paves the way for acne vaccine
In a groundbreaking development in the field of anti-acne therapies, a team of researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine has created an acne vaccine that successfully reduces inflammation in a mouse ...
Jan 5, 2024
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Inflammatory disorders
Transgender, gender-diverse individuals report acne-related stigma
Transgender and gender-diverse individuals report experiencing acne-related stigma, according to a study published online Jan. 3 in JAMA Dermatology.
Jan 4, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study finds individuals with acne face social and professional stigma
A new study highlights how stigmatizing attitudes about individuals with acne may influence social and professional perceptions. Led by investigators from Brigham and Women's Hospital, the study found that individuals with ...
Dec 6, 2023
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Medical research
Nutraceutical acne treatment meta-analysis suggests better nutraceutical acne treatment studies are required
A meta-analysis by the Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, has found a possible role for nutraceutical supplements in treating acne, one that will require better research practices to reveal their effectiveness.
Psychology & Psychiatry
Uncovering the emotional scars: Study reveals significant stigma associated with female adult acne
New research reveals that acne significantly influences how individuals are perceived in social settings. Faces with acne are seen as less attractive, trustworthy, confident, successful, dominant and happy, with adult female ...
Oct 11, 2023
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Health
Acne bacteria trigger cells to produce fats, oils and other lipids essential to skin health, shows new research
The skin is the largest organ of the body, and it plays a crucial role as the first line of defense against pathogens and insults from the external environment. It provides important functions like temperature regulation ...
Aug 23, 2023
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