Health
Microneedling beats chemical peels for acne scar treatment
Chemical peels are a common treatment for acne scars, but a Rutgers study finds that microneedling is significantly more effective for patients with dark skin.
Aug 19, 2022
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News tagged with acne
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New acne treatment 'exciting', but Europe will have to wait
A new drug touted as the first real breakthrough in acne treatment in decades has been available for months in the United States, but when it will hit the shelves in Europe and elsewhere remains unclear.
Jul 30, 2022
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Medical research
New approach eliminates specific strains of a bacterium related to acne
A new study by the Translational Synthetic Biology research group at UPF presents a new approach to eliminating specific strains of a bacterium related to acne. The paper, published in the journal PLOS Pathogens, has also ...
Jun 16, 2022
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Health
Hope for acne sufferers as dermatologists identify possible link between key nutrient and skin condition
Dermatologists in Germany have identified what could be a crucial link between acne and a deficit of omega-3 fatty acids.
May 12, 2022
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Medical research
Overall risk for acne comparable for adults with dermatitis, controls
The overall risk for acne is comparable for adults with atopic dermatitis (AD) and controls, according to a study published online Feb. 26 in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.
Mar 2, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Pimple secret popped: How fat cells in the skin help fight acne
Acne is among the most common skin diseases in the United States, according to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, affecting up to 50 million Americans each year. It is also among the least studied.
Feb 16, 2022
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Immunology
Promising skin probiotic could be a way to reduce antibiotic treatments for acne
Acne on the face is often treated with topical antibiotics, which tend to be used for an extended period of time and contribute to the serious problem of antibiotic resistance. Scientists are investigating an alternative ...
Feb 15, 2022
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Genetics
Discovery of 29 new acne risk genes provides hope for new treatments
A study of the genetics of acne has identified 29 regions of the genome that influence the condition. These genetic insights offer potential new targets for treatment. They may also help clinicians identify individuals at ...
Feb 7, 2022
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Medications
Isotretinoin does not up suicide risk in acne patients
(HealthDay)—Acne patients prescribed isotretinoin are less likely to engage in suicidal behavior than the general U.S. population, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Sep 15, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
A skin-crawling treatment for acne?
Drawing inspiration from nature, a team of international scientists have invented a smart device for personalized skin care modeled after the male diving beetle. This tool collects and monitors body fluids while sticking ...
Aug 31, 2021
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