Acne vulgaris
BMJ Best Practice Podcast
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Understanding and Managing Acne
This chapter explores the drivers of acne, the pitfalls in diagnosis, and the mainstay of management. It emphasizes the importance of considering clinical features, such as hercetism and acanthosis niger cans, as signs of hyperandrogenemia that may require additional testing. The chapter also discusses treatment options, including topical retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, oral antibiotics, hormonal treatments, and systemic medications like isotretinoin.
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