Advances in Acne Management, An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics, 1e

In this issue of Dermatologic Clinics, Drs. James Q. Del Rosso and Joshua A. Zeichner provide a focused and up-to-date review of acne vulgaris, the most frequently encountered condition in dermatology practice. Recognizing the evolving landscape of acne management, this edition emphasizes both the latest scientific developments and practical guidance for clinicians treating patients of all ages.

Key Features

• Current perspectives on pathophysiology of acne and its clinical implications for treatment strategies.
• Impact of the Internet and social media on patient expectations, treatment adherence, and physician–patient communication.
• Assessment of acne scars, including evaluation techniques and counseling guidance for patients.
• Role of skincare and adjunctive therapies in optimizing outcomes for acne patients.
• Evidence-based approaches to systemic therapies, including oral contraceptives, antibiotics, and isotretinoin, with attention to safety, monitoring, and antibiotic stewardship.
• Management of refractory acne, with special focus on adolescents and adult men.
• Physical and procedural modalities, offering additional tools for comprehensive acne care.
• Diagnostic vigilance, highlighting cases initially misdiagnosed as acne, enhancing clinical discernment. 

Product Details

• Series: The Clinics: Dermatology
  
• Publisher: Elsevier (April 13, 2016)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323417523
• ISBN-13: 978-0323417525