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  • Inflammatory Skin Diseases

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  • Acne vulgaris is a prevalent inflammatory skin condition affecting pilosebaceous units.
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  • Four key pathological factors drive acne development and are therapeutic targets.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current and emerging treatment options for acne.
  • To discuss the role of complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) and physical therapies.
  • To highlight the need for novel acne treatments due to antibiotic resistance.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive review of existing literature on acne pathophysiology and treatment.
  • Discussion of topical (retinoids, antibiotics) and systemic (retinoids, antibiotics, hormonal) therapies.
  • Exploration of complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) and physical modalities.

Main Results:

  • Various treatment modalities exist, including topical, systemic, physical, and CAM therapies.
  • Increasing interest in natural and safer acne treatment options is noted.
  • Propionibacterium acnes exhibits growing resistance to conventional antibiotics.

Conclusions:

  • Novel therapeutic strategies for acne are essential.
  • Further research is required to validate the efficacy of CAM therapies for acne treatment.
  • Addressing antibiotic resistance and exploring alternative treatments are critical for effective acne management.