ACNE
Introduction
IN THIS ISSUE of Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery, we present an overview of some of the current issues in the pathophysiology and therapy of acne and rosacea.
Acne, Introduction
IN THIS ISSUE of Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery, we present an overview of some of the current issues in the pathophysiology and therapy of acne and rosacea.
The Evolving Role of Propionibacterium Acnes in Acne
THE RECOGNITION that bacteria might play a role in the pathogenesis of acne began in the 1960s when dermatologists found antibiotics, which were then a relatively new class of drug, to be beneficial in treating acne.
Hormones and Acne: Pathophysiology, Clinical Evaluation, and Therapies
Many questions remain unanswered regarding the mechanism by which hormones exert their effects in acne.
Developments in Topical Retinoid Therapy for Acne
Current research focused on receptor selectivity holds the promise of yielding new retinaid molecules with improved benefits and safety.
Isotretinoin Dosing: Past, Present, and Future Trends
Isotretinoin is the treatment of choice for severe nodulocystic acne. It represents the sole agent that effectively addresses all of the pathophysiological factors in the production of acne.