Management of acne vulgaris: a review

DZ Eichenfield, J Sprague, LF Eichenfield - Jama, 2021 - jamanetwork.com
Importance Acne vulgaris is an inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous unit of the skin
that primarily involves the face and trunk and affects approximately 9% of the population
worldwide (approximately 85% of individuals aged 12-24 years, and approximately 50% of
patients aged 20-29 years). Acne vulgaris can cause permanent physical scarring,
negatively affect quality of life and self-image, and has been associated with increased rates
of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. Observations Acne vulgaris is classified based …