Acne Vugaris

Acne is one of the most prevalent dermatological disorders in adolescent patients, and its after-effects of scarring
can cause potent lasting psychological damage for patients. This text is not meant to be a comprehensive treatise on
all aspects of acne, but rather to address major points of interest by acknowledged thought leaders in the field in the
hope that it will lead to further research, discussion, and refinement of our concepts of both the pathogenesis and the
treatment of acne. Published in association with the American Acne & Rosacea Society The American Acne and Rosacea
Society is dedicated to advancing the science related to acne and rosacea and to enhancing communication between those
interested in these diseases.

Social and Scientific Aspects of Acne: Introduction: epidemiology, cost, and psychosocial implications * Sebum * Innate
immunity in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris * Comedogenesis * Scarring Overview of Treatment Principles: Enhancing
the success of acne therapy * The relationship between acne and diet * Overview of treatment principles for skin of
color Topical Therapy: Topical retinoids * Topical antibiotics * Combination therapy Systemic Therapy: Oral antibiotics
* Clinical implications of antibiotic resistance: risk of systemic infection from Staphylococcus and Streptococcus
Isotretinoin Hormonal Treatment: Hormonal treatment of acne in women Variants and Special Situations: Gram-negative
folliculitis * Acne fulminans * Drug and acneiform eruptions * Acne in pregnancy AARS Acne Treatment Guidelines: Acne
in children * Treatment guidelines in adult women Physical Modalities in Acne Treatment: Procedural treatments for acne