Acne vulgaris | Health topics A to Z | CKS - NICE
Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting mainly the face, back and chest. It is characterized by blockage and inflammation of the pilosebaceous unit. It presents with lesions which can be non-inflammatory, inflammatory or a mixture of both.
Scenario: Management of acne vulgaris in primary care - CKS | NICE
The possible reasons for acne. Treatment options, including over-the-counter treatments if appropriate. When discussing treatment choices with a person with childbearing potential, cover: That topical retinoids and oral tetracyclines are contraindicated during pregnancy and when planning a pregnancy.
Management | Acne vulgaris | CKS | NICE
Last revised in November 2023. Scenario: Primary care management: Covers the management of mild, moderate, and severe acne in primary care.
Overview | Acne vulgaris: management | Guidance - NICE
2021年6月25日 · This guideline covers management of acne vulgaris in primary and specialist care. It includes advice on topical and oral treatments (including antibiotics and retinoids), treatment using physical modalities, and the impact of …
2021年6月25日 · This guideline covers management of acne vulgaris in primary and specialist care. It includes advice on topical and oral treatments (including antibiotics and retinoids), treatment using physical modalities, and the impact of …
Recommendations | Acne vulgaris: management | Guidance - NICE
2021年6月25日 · This guideline covers management of acne vulgaris in primary and specialist care. It includes advice on topical and oral treatments (including antibiotics and retinoids), treatment using physical modalities, and the impact of …
Acne | Treatment summaries | BNF | NICE
Acne is a common inflammatory skin condition that leads to lesions which consist of non-inflammatory comedones, and inflammatory papules, pustules, nodules and cysts. In patients with acne, lesions and/or scarring may be seen and severity can range from mild lesions to …
Acne Vulgaris: Diagnosis and Treatment | AAFP
2019年10月15日 · Acne vulgaris is a chronic disease originating within the pilosebaceous follicles. Four interrelated processes are involved: sebum overproduction, abnormal shedding of follicular...
Clinical features | Diagnosis | Acne vulgaris | CKS | NICE
Acne affects areas of the body with a high density of pilosebaceous glands such as the face, chest and back. Clinical features vary widely depending on severity and the person affected. Comedones must be present for a diagnosis of acne to be made — if not present other diagnoses should be considered.
Acne - DermNet
Acne is a common chronic disorder affecting the hair follicle and sebaceous gland, in which there is expansion and blockage of the follicle and inflammation. There are several variants. Who gets acne? Acne affects males and females of all races and ethnicities.