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Acne treatment guide
Acne is one of the most common skin disorders in both males and females, occurring on the chest, face, shoulders and back. Almost everyone between the age of puberty and adulthood experiences acne. Because of the prevalence of acne, many people search for an acne treatment, often for various reasons. (...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Wed, 14 May 2008 10:00:00 am
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Nih grant to support translational research center for pcos
The Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine has received a competitive grant totaling nearly $6 million from the National Institutes of Health's National Institute on Child Health & Human Development to examine polycystic ovary syndrome, a disorder of the endocrine system that affects as many as 5 million women.Polycystic ovary...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Wed, 14 May 2008 7:00:00 am
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What is acne vulgaris?
Acne vulgaris is the medical term for common acne. Acne is widespread among teenagers, although a smaller percentage of adults in their 30's and 40's still get acne. Common acne is characterized by the presence of one or all of the following: whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustule or pimples that are...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Wed, 14 May 2008 7:00:00 am
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Topical retinoids in acne – an evidence-based overview
JDDG, Volume 0, Issue 0, Page ???, OnlineEarly Articles. Summary Topical retinoids are important tools in the management of acne because they act against comedones and microcomedones and have direct anti-inflammatory effects. The substances approved for acne treatment comprise tretinoin (all-trans-retinoic ... (Source: JDDG)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Tue, 13 May 2008 6:36:55 pm
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Acne rosacea affects millions worldwide - many don't know they have it
Acne Rosacea affects millions of people worldwide, although some of those afflicted with the skin condition are not aware that they have it. For some people, the condition looks similar to a sunburn or flushing of the cheeks. Rosacea - often knows as acne rosacea - is a long term...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Tue, 13 May 2008 10:00:00 am
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Acne glossary - 40 terms commonly used when talking/writing about acne
Acne: The general term for clogged skin pores which includes blackheads and whiteheads, as well as severe kind like cysts or nodules, usually found on the face, neck, chest, back, and shoulders. Acne vulgaris: The medical term for common acne, which manifests itself as blackheads, whiteheads, papules and pustules. (Source:...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Tue, 13 May 2008 10:00:00 am
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Smallpox vaccine: eczema vaccinatum in a child with atopic dermatitis, and vaccinia infection in a patient with acne: 2 case reports
(Source: Reactions)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Mon, 12 May 2008 11:38:44 pm
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Ethinylestradiol plus drospirenone appears to be effective in the treatment of moderate acne vulgaris
(Source: Inpharma)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Mon, 12 May 2008 10:31:18 pm
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Establishment of grading criteria for acne severity
The Journal of Dermatology, Volume 35, Issue 5, Page 255-260, May 2008. ABSTRACT For the epidemiological surveys and evaluations of therapy, it is essential to evaluate the severity of diseases. There are several reported methods of assessment for acne severity including lesion counting, comparison of the patient's to a ... (Source:...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Mon, 12 May 2008 6:34:19 pm
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Bone mineral density and bone turnover markers in patients receiving a single course of isotretinoin for nodulocystic acne
International Journal of Dermatology, Volume 47, Issue 6, Page 622-625, June 2008. Abstract Background High-dose isotretinoin has been reported to have adverse effects on bone mineral density (BMD); however, studies evaluating changes in BMD with isotretinoin therapy at different dosages and with varying treatment durations have ... (Source: International Journal of Dermatology)...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Mon, 12 May 2008 6:05:55 pm
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Evaluation of the newly established acne severity classification among japanese and korean dermatologists
The Journal of Dermatology, Volume 35, Issue 5, Page 261-263, May 2008. ABSTRACT Recently, we established an acne severity classification that is based on scientific evidence. Our classification allows three different methods for grading, which include general impression of consulted dermatologist, photograph-based ... (Source: The Journal of Dermatology)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Mon, 12 May 2008 2:21:36 am
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Consensus guidelines for the management of radiation dermatitis and coexisting acne-like rash in patients receiving radiotherapy plus egfr inhibitors for the treatment of squamous cell carcinoma
This paper reviews the consensus guidelines for the treatment of radiation dermatitis in patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck receiving EGFR inhibitors plus radiotherapy. Annals of Oncology (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Wed, 7 May 2008 3:13:59 pm
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Clinical evaluation of a 1,450-nm diode laser as adjunctive treatment for refractory facial acne vulgaris
Dermatologic Surgery, Volume 0, Issue 0, Page ???, OnlineEarly Articles. BACKGROUND Despite aggressive multitreatment medical acne regimens, many patients demonstrate modest benefit. The 1,450-nm diode laser has been shown to improve acne in a study setting. OBJECTIVE Herein we evaluate the use of this laser as an ... (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Tue, 6 May 2008 3:27:44 pm
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Senetek plc announces positive results from pyratine-6(tm) clinical trial in patients with acne rosacea
Senetek PLC (OTC Bulletin Board: SNKTY), a Life Sciences company engaged in the development of technologies that target the science of healthy aging, announced positive study results from a clinical trial of Pyratine-6(TM) in patients with acne rosacea. The findings have been accepted for presentation at the International Investigative Congress...
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Treatment of 60 cases of acne by acupuncture and herbal medicine
Abstract  60 cases of acne were treated by applying the collateral-pricking and cupping on Dazhui (GV 14), Feishu (BL 13), Ganshu (BL 18), Xinshu (BL 15) and Geshu (BL 17), in combination with herbal medicine. After two courses of the treatments, the results showed cure in 42 cases, effect in 18...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Mon, 5 May 2008 10:35:07 pm
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Senetek plc announces positive results from pyratine-6(tm) clinical trial in patients with acne rosacea
Accepted for Presentation at the International Investigative Congress of Dermatology at May 2008 meeting in Kyoto, Japan NAPA, Calif., May 5, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Senetek PLC , a Life Sciences company engaged in the development... (Source: Drugs.com - Clinical Trials)
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$10.57m verdict awarded in new jersey accutane ibd case; 3rd win for plaintiffs
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - A New Jersey state court jury on April 22 awarded $10.57 million in compensation to a Utah woman who claims to have developed inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) from taking the acne drug Accutane (Kamie S. Kendall v. Hoffman-La Roche Inc., No. ATL-L-8213-05-MT, N.J. Super., Atlantic Co.;...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Fri, 2 May 2008 7:14:31 pm
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Is topical azelaic acid safe for use by pregnant women for the treatment of acne?
In issues relating to teratology the NLH Primary Care Q&A Service would strongly recommend GPs and health workers to contact the National Teratology Information Service (NTIS) for the very latest information on drug and chemical safety during pregnancy or breast feeding.   Their phone number is 0191 232 1525. (Source:...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Thu, 1 May 2008 8:05:17 am
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Is zineryt (erythromycin and zinc acetate) safe for use by pregnant women for the treatment of acne?
In issues relating to teratology the NLH Primary Care Q&A Service would strongly recommend GPs and health workers to contact the National Teratology Information Service (NTIS) for the very latest information on drug and chemical safety during pregnancy or breast feeding.   Their phone number is 0191 232 1525. (Source:...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Thu, 1 May 2008 8:04:21 am
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Cosmetic dermatology publishes data highlighting the benefits of clenziderm m.d. systems for acne
LONG BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 28, 2008 - Obagi Medical Products, Inc. (Nasdaq:OMPI), a leader in topical aesthetic and therapeutic skin health systems, announced today the publication of a study of CLENZIderm M.D.(TM) Acne Therapeutic... (Source: Drugs.com - Clinical Trials)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Mon, 28 Apr 2008 1:45:20 pm
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Possible link between milk consumption and acne in teenage boys
Research published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology suggests that the consumption of skim milk is positively associated with acne in teenage boys. (Source: MedWire News - Dermatology)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Fri, 25 Apr 2008 9:09:28 pm
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Clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide gel (benzaclin): a review of its use in the management of acne
(Source: American Journal of Clinical Dermatology)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Fri, 25 Apr 2008 9:32:10 am
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Severe lactic acidosis secondary to minocycline in a teenager with infectious mononucleosis and mitochondrial myopathy.
Related Articles Severe lactic acidosis secondary to minocycline in a teenager with infectious mononucleosis and mitochondrial myopathy. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2008 Apr 25; Authors: Zoraster RM, Rison RA Mitochondrial myopathies are heterogeneous disorders with diverse presentations including laboratory findings of lactic acidosis. Often times they are diagnosed in childhood or...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Fri, 25 Apr 2008 4:00:00 am
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Increased enthesopathy among behçet's syndrome patients with acne and arthritis: an ultrasonography study
Behçet's syndrome is characterized by clusters of disease expression, one of which is the coexistence of acne and arthritis. The aim of this study was to test the hypothesis that enthesopathy is increased in this cluster, having features reminiscent of acne-associated arthritis.The study group comprised 35 patients with Behçet's syndrome...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Fri, 25 Apr 2008 4:00:00 am
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Woman awarded $10.5 million over accutane
A New Jersey state-court jury awarded a 24-year-old woman $10.5 million in a case involving acne medication Accutane, one of 425 cases against Hoffmann-LaRoche alleging that the drug causes inflammatory-bowel disease. (Source: WSJ.com: Health)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Wed, 23 Apr 2008 2:57:00 am
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Influence of substance-p on cultured sebocytes
Abstract  Acne is a complex, chronic and common skin disorder of pilosebaceous units. Although it is known that exacerbation of acne results from emotional stress, the nature of the association between stress and acne remains unclear. This is due in part to the lack of substantial evidence regarding the participation of...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Tue, 22 Apr 2008 1:59:39 pm
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Oral cephalexin for acne vulgaris: clinical experience with 93 patients
Pediatric Dermatology, Volume 25, Issue 2, Page 179-183, March/April 2008. Abstract: For patients who fail traditional acne therapy or experience side effects, other treatments are needed. Cephalexin has been noted to be efficacious in some instances. This study aimed to assess the therapeutic efficacy of cephalexin for acne. A ... (Source: Pediatric...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Tue, 22 Apr 2008 4:02:40 am
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Acne treatments: emerging therapies for clearer skin
Acne treatments — overview of new acne treatments, including blue light therapy and acne medications.Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com (Source: MayoClinic.com Full Feed)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Sat, 19 Apr 2008 6:00:00 am
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[social anxiety level in acne vulgaris patients and its relationship to clinical variables]
Related Articles [Social anxiety level in acne vulgaris patients and its relationship to clinical variables] Turk Psikiyatri Derg. 2008;19(1):29-37 Authors: Yolaç Yarpuz A, Demirci Saadet E, Erdi Sanli H, Devrimci Ozgüven H OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to determine the level of social anxiety in acne vulgaris patients...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Fri, 18 Apr 2008 7:30:48 am
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Health tip: what could be causing your acne?
Title: Health Tip: What Could Be Causing Your Acne?Category: Health NewsCreated: 4/18/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/18/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Skin General)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Fri, 18 Apr 2008 7:00:00 am
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Over-the-counter acne products: what works and why
Many acne products are available in pharmacies and drugstores. Find out how they differ, what main ingredients to look for and how to use these products for best results.Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com (Source: MayoClinic.com Full Feed)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Fri, 18 Apr 2008 6:00:00 am
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Safety and efficacy of a single-rod etonogestrel implant (implanon): results from 11 international clinical trials.
Related Articles Safety and efficacy of a single-rod etonogestrel implant (Implanon): results from 11 international clinical trials. Fertil Steril. 2008 Apr 17; Authors: Darney P, Patel A, Rosen K, Shapiro LS, Kaunitz AM OBJECTIVE: To present efficacy, safety, and bleeding profile results from the clinical trials that supported the U.S....
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Thu, 17 Apr 2008 4:00:00 am
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Positive results from phase i clinical trial of smt d002 for the treatment of seborrhoea, a primary cause of acne
* SMT D002 suppresses sebum levels by 90% in repeat-dose trial * Results confirm potential of SMT D002 as a novel treatment for acne OXFORD, April 15, 2008 - Summit Corporation plc (AIM: SUMM), a leading UK biotechnology company, today announces a... (Source: Drugs.com - Clinical Trials)
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Similar to acne vulgaris, bacteria may produce the biological glue that causes plugging of the meibomian gland leading to chalazions: response
Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology, Volume 36, Issue 3, Page 295-296, April 2008. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Mon, 14 Apr 2008 6:08:31 am
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Similar to acne vulgaris, bacteria may produce the biological glue that causes plugging of the meibomian gland leading to chalazions
Clinical & Experimental Ophthalmology, Volume 36, Issue 3, Page 295, April 2008. (Source: Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Mon, 14 Apr 2008 6:08:25 am
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Depression and suicidal behavior in acne patients treated with isotretinoin: a systematic review. - marqueling al, zane lt.
Isotretinoin (13-cis retinoic acid) is an effective treatment for severe cystic or recalcitrant acne vulgaris; however, concerns have been raised regarding its potential association with depression and suicidal behavior. We sought to explore the proposed r... (Source: SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated))
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Sun, 13 Apr 2008 8:05:50 am
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Efficacy, safety and sustainability of treatment continuation and results of an oral contraceptive containing 30 mcg ethinyl estradiol and 2 mg chlormadinone acetate, in long-term usage (up to 45 cycles) - an open-label, prospective, noncontrolled, office-based phase iii study.
Related Articles Efficacy, safety and sustainability of treatment continuation and results of an oral contraceptive containing 30 mcg ethinyl estradiol and 2 mg chlormadinone acetate, in long-term usage (up to 45 cycles) - an open-label, prospective, noncontrolled, office-based Phase III study. Contraception. 2008 May;77(5):337-43 Authors: Zahradnik HP, Hanjalic-Beck A BACKGROUND:...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Sat, 12 Apr 2008 8:07:58 pm
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Cystic acne and what to do about it
Many of us when confronted with an acne pimple on our faces may well decide to pop it. That would be a foolish move. The act of popping an acne pimple encourages the spread of the bacteria and other irritants inside that same pimple. The affected skin might then trigger...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Fri, 11 Apr 2008 7:00:00 am
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The impact of acne on quality of life
Acne patients have been shown to experience levels of social, psychological and emotional distress similar to those reported in patients with asthma, epilepsy and diabetes. Skin Therapy Letter (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Thu, 10 Apr 2008 9:01:38 pm
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Unilateral segmental acneiform naevus: a model disorder towards understanding fibroblast growth factor receptor 2 function in acne?
British Journal of Dermatology, Volume 0, Issue 0, Page ???, OnlineEarly Articles. (Source: British Journal of Dermatology)
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Teenagers with acne need hope and assurance it is temporary
When a youth suffers from teenage acne, he or she often receives countless suggestions, suggestions about the best way to treat that acne. Yet those who must deal with teenage acne seldom invite such suggestions. What they really need is a ray of hope, assurance that they will not need...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Thu, 10 Apr 2008 7:00:00 am
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[recent advances in laser therapy and other technologies.]
Related Articles [Recent advances in laser therapy and other technologies.] Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2008 May;99(4):262-8 Authors: Boixeda P, Calvo M, Bagazgoitia L Laser technology and other energy sources are rapidly finding a place in dermatology clinics. In the field of skin rejuvenation by fractional photothermolysis, although few controlled studies have been...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Wed, 9 Apr 2008 11:51:48 pm
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Effective acne treatment must attack the root cause
An effective acne treatment must attack the root cause of acne - the excess oil that forms in the skin. That excess oil comes from glands in the skin. Those glands contain the natural chemicals that are needed for the formation of skin oils. An effective acne treatment must either...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Wed, 9 Apr 2008 7:00:00 am
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Adult acne more prevalent than people realize
Even though at least 50% of adults suffer from some type of adult acne, society has not given that common medical problem a great deal of attention. While changing hormone levels are usually associated with teenagers, the hormones of the adult also undergo changes. A fluctuating hormone level in a...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Tue, 8 Apr 2008 9:00:00 pm
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Acne effects on self esteem
More than 40 years ago, chilren watched films with an animated character named Jiminy Cricket. He represented the conscience of the film's main character. He was a little voice saying "do this,"or "do that." Self esteem can be viewed as a little voice. A person's self esteem tells him or...
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Tue, 8 Apr 2008 8:00:00 pm
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Exterminating those zits from hell
The cause of painful infuriating acne isn't clear, but clearer skin is possible. (Source: ABC News: Health)
RSS Source:   Med Worm - Acne Tue, 8 Apr 2008 5:06:06 pm
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Treatment of 120 cases of acne by scattered needling therapy
Treatment of 120 cases of acne by scattered needling therapy Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Forums on Special Disease: Dermatogic DiseaseDOI 10.1007/BF02861398Authors Wei Bo, Ji’nan University Training Center of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Department of TCM of Medical College 510632 Guangzhou ChinaJiang Hong-cheng, Research Society of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Australia Journal...
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