The Evolving Landscape of Acne Treatment
From creams and ointments to topical and oral antibiotics, the treatment landscape for acne has advanced considerably over the years.
Tag: Acne
Acne Awareness Month: LiVDerm’s Dr. Christopher Bunick Discusses Popular and Emerging Treatments
Acne is the eighth most prevalent disease in the world, affecting 9.4% of people worldwide. It comes as no surprise, therefore, that the global market for acne medication is due to reach a massive $13.1 billion by 2027. In the United States alone, acne is the most common skin condition, with more than 50 million […]
Acne Awareness Month: Common Factors Exacerbate Acne Symptoms, Minimize Treatment Efficacy
June marks the beginning of Acne Awareness Month which aims to reduce stigma, spread awareness, and elucidate the available treatment options for the most common skin condition in the United States. As one of the most prevalent dermatological conditions affecting up 9.4% of the global population, acne vulgaris is known to be triggered by a variety […]
Using Zinc for the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
As an essential nutrient, zinc supports the immune system while reducing inflammatory cytokine activity making it a potential therapeutic method for many dermatologic conditions although, it has been most widely studied in the treatment of acne vulgaris. Prior studies have reported that zinc can decrease oil production, protect against bacterial infection, and decrease cutaneous inflammation, […]
Further Evidence of Connection Between Diet and Acne
In recent years, the association between nutritional patterns and acne vulgaris presentation has been under investigation with contested results. Many experts support the butterfly effect – a concept based on the theory that small changes can have a powerful overall effect – proving the important connection between dietary habits and acne. A growing body of evidence […]
Understanding Neonatal Acne
While acne is most often associated with and prevalent in adolescents, the cutaneous condition can occur in patients of all ages. Recently, cases of adult acne have spiked in light of heightened population stress levels while the clinical phenomenon of acne in babies has recently garnered attention. Occurring in approximately 20% of newborns, neonatal acne, also […]
Serum Vitamin D Levels Linked to Acne Disease Severity
The multifactorial skin disorder, acne vulgaris, is known to have many causes, including hormonal fluctuations, skin irritation, allergic reactions, and more. A factor currently under further investigation is vitamin D deficiency, which has been evaluated in previous studies yielding contradictory results. In some cases, serum 25 hydroxy vitamin D (25-OH vitamin D) levels were associated […]
Acne Awareness Month: International Guidelines for Acne Treatment
June marks the beginning of Acne Awareness Month during which dermatologic organizations, such as South Beach Symposium and the American Academy of Dermatology, aim to reduce stigma, spread awareness, and elucidate possible treatment options for the most common skin condition in the United States. Patients suffering from the common inflammatory skin disorder are most often treated […]
Sugar Consumption and Skin Health
With the consumption of processed foods at an all-time high, many people are unaware of the amount of sugar they ingest daily, which often greatly exceeds nutritional guidelines. It is estimated that the average American consumes 270 calories of added sugar per day – the equivalent of 17 teaspoons of sugar. Consuming too much sugar has […]
Pediatric Dermatology
Pediatric dermatology is a somewhat young sub-specialty, and although it has been growing in popularity in the past several years, there is still a shortage of providers. According to an article in Dermatology Times, a combination of factors contribute to this longstanding shortage of pediatric dermatologists including a newer system for certification, lower pay, and […]
