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Acne VulgarisOnly 14 pages are availabe for public view
Abstract
Summary
cne vulgaris is considered one of the most common
dermatological disorders. Acne is the skin condition most
commonly encountered by physicians. There are four major
factors implicated in the etiology of acne: increased sebum
production, follicular hyperkeratinization, increased p. acnes
within the follicle and inflammation. The primary lesion of acne
is the comedones (open and closed). Other lesions present
include papules, pustules, nodules and cysts. Psychological
impact of acne can not be ignored. Treating early inflammation
in acne lesions may be the best approach to prevent acne
scarring.
In Egypt, detailed studies on the magnitude of the
problem regarding prevalence, sex distribution, probable
associated risk factors and treatment patterns are lacking.
The sample used in this study was (300 students; 155
females and 145 males). The mean age of onset of acne in
males was 13.51 ± 0.315, while the mean age in females was
11.13 ± 0.683.
All these students answered a semi-structured
questionnaire including three groups of questions covering the
areas of research and they were subjected to a screening general
examination for detection of acne. Students with acne were
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subjected to detailed local clinical assessment based on Tan
(2008) scoring system.
The prevalence of acne vulgaris in the studied group was
52.7%, the majority of them were mild form of acne. The most
common affected site was the face and the predominant lesions
were comedones. The severity of acne was more prevelant in
males, but it started earlier in females.
There was a significant relation between the prevalence
of acne and family history where there was higher prevalence
among those with family history of acne than in those without
family history.
Regarding risk factors suspected to be related to acne,
psychological stress, hormonal disturbances, higher BMI,
intake of fatty food, blockage of skin pores were found to be
common associated factors. Acne flaring up was reported
particularly before and during menses in majority of females.
Regarding treatment, about third of the patients did not
seek treatment. Topical medications were used by most of the
patients