Description:
Acne is a disease of the
pilosebaceous unit, involving abnormalities in sebum production, follicular
epithelial desquamation, bacterial proliferation, and inflammation. Because
acne vulgaris affects 85% of people between the ages of 12 and 24, it is the most
common skin disorder treated by dermatologists. This article discusses the most
effective treatment against acne: accutane.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the clinical presentation of acne in the human body
- Describe the use of isotretinoin to treat patients
- Discuss side effects associated with Accutane
Author(s):
Heather Morris
Debbie Wisenor, MA, MT(ASCP)
George H. Roberts, EdD, MT(AMT)
Launched: 2005