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‘Baby Steps’ Is Best for Preventing Isotretinoin-Induced Acne

WAIKOLOA, HAWAII — Isotretinoin-induced acne fulminans is an uncommon but devastating complication that can be avoided by taking a go-slow dosing approach in patients with truncal acne, said Dr. Guy F. Webster
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Teen Beliefs About Acne Vary With Ethnicity

Acne severity, frequency, and beliefs about the effect of external factors, such as cleansing habits, all play a part in how likely adolescents are to seek help for their acne. (Source: Pediatric News)
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Time to Consider Acne A Chronic Disease?

BERLIN — Acne is a condition that's widely misunderstood by nondermatologist clinicians, insurers, and patients, according to a recent call to action by the Global Alliance to Improve Outcomes in Acne, a 20-member international panel of acne experts. (Source: Pediatric News)
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BenzaClin Bests Differin in Quality-of-Life Scores

BERLIN — Quality-of-life scores were significantly better at all time points in patients with mild to moderate acne treated with clindamycin 1% plus benzoyl peroxide 5% gel, compared with adapalene 0.1% gel. (Source: Pediatric News)
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