Περίληψη:
Acne, a chronic inflammatory disease of the pilosebaccous units of the
face, neck, chest, and back, is the most common skin disorder occurring
universally, with an estimated prevalence of 70-87%. It is a
pleomorphic disorder characterized by both inflammatory (papules,
pustules, nodules) and noninflammatory (comedones, open and closed)
lesions. Grading of acne is mandatory to determine the appropriate
therapeutic strategy. Mild acne can be purely comedonal or mild
papulopustular, with a few papulopustules present as well. Moderate acne
is characterized by numerous comedones,few to many pustules, and few
small nodules, with no residual scarring. In severe acne papulopustules
are numerous, many nodules call be detected, inflammation is marked, and
scarring is present. Very severe acne can be recognized by sinus tracts,
grouped comedones, many deeply located nodules, and severe inflammation
and scarring. Although acne does not affect health overall, its impact
oil emotional well-being and function can be critical and is often
associated with depression, anxiety, and higher-than-average
unemployment rates. Effective treatment can dramatically improve a
person’s quality of life.
Συγγραφείς:
Katsambas, AD
Stefanaki, C
Cunliffe, WJ
