Factors Aggravating or Precipating Acne
Keywords:
Acne Vulgaris, Dermatologist, Isotretinoin, Aggravating factorsAbstract
This cross- sectional study was conducted from 11thMarch to 11th April 2010 among 100 consecutive prospective patients attending the clinics of a renowned dermatologist for the treatment of Acne in the city of Surat. The study identifies variables such as consumption of spicy foods, pickles, mango, fast food, fried food; stressful situations mainly examinations, financial constraints and family disputes; sun exposure; excessive oiling of hair; pre-menstrual exacerbation; washing of face with soaps as triggers and aggravating factors as perceived and self reported by respondents. The study recommends a relook on the pertinent variables, especially the dietary ones. The study also brings out the need to formulate strategies to enable adolescents and young adults to effectively deal with the perplexing issue of Acne.
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