Acne vulgaris and effects of isotretinoin treatment

Yıl 2023, Cilt: 3 Sayı: 2, 46 - 51, 30.12.2023

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Öz

This article focused on treating acne vulgaris, emphasizing isotretinoin's impact. It outlines acne's clinical characteristics and causes, covering both topical and systemic therapies, as well as dermatocosmetic approaches and laser treatments. We also discussed various acne treatment methods, including topical applications, systemic treatments, and dermatocosmetic procedures. The importance of systemic treatments like isotretinoin, especially for severe acne is emphasized. The effectiveness of isotretinoin in treating acne is examined, particularly highlighting its role in achieving long-term remission.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Acne vulgaris, Retinoids, Isotretinoin

Akne vulgaris ve izotretinoin tedavisinin etkileri

Öz

Bu makale, izotretinoin'in etkisini vurgulayarak akne vulgaris tedavisine odaklanmıştır. Aknenin klinik özelliklerini ve nedenlerini ana hatlarıyla ele alan makale, topikal ve sistemik tedavilerin yanı sıra dermatokozmetik yaklaşımları ve lazer tedavilerini de kapsamaktadır. Ayrıca, topikal uygulamalar, sistemik tedaviler ve dermatokozmetik prosedürler dahil olmak üzere çeşitli akne tedavi yöntemleri tartışılmıştır. Özellikle şiddetli akne için izotretinoin gibi sistemik tedavilerin önemi vurgulanmıştır. İzotretinoin'in akne tedavisindeki etkinliği incelenerek özellikle uzun süreli remisyon sağlamadaki rolü üzerinde durulmuştur.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Akne vulgaris, Retinoidler, İzotretinoin

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