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Treating Acne
Some acne treatments are sold over the counter. Others require prescriptions. Get an overview of acne treatments here.
Expert Q and A: Avoiding the Angst of Acne at Any Age
An estimated 40 million to 50 million Americans are affected by some form of acne, and not just teenagers. Although up to 80% of people aged 11 to 30 say they've been affected, it turns out that many of us, particularly women, have acne in our late 30s and even into our 50s, says Jenny J. Kim, MD, PhD, associate professor of dermatology at the University of California, Los Angeles, David Geffen School of Medicine. "Sometimes it is hard for patients dealing with acne to understand why, even with...
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Old Acne Treatments Versus New
Are newer acne treatments better than the traditional ones? Read what skin experts say.
Acne and Isotretinoin
The acne drug isotretinoin (the generic version of Accutane, which is no longer sold) can cause birth defects if taken during pregnancy. Read about the effort to curb isotretinoin use in pregnant women.
Topical Retinoids for Acne
Prescription retinoid creams and gels may help curb acne, even when they’re taken without oral antibiotics, researchers report.
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