International journal of dermatology
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Acne vulgaris is a common skin disease. Although neither life threatening nor physically debilitating, acne can severely affect social and psychologic functioning. Aim To study the overall impact of acne vulgaris on the quality of life and psychologic functioning of patients in Egypt. ⋯ Acne vulgaris has a significant effect on the quality of life. Our results highlight the importance of recognizing psychiatric comorbidity in acne patients.
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Comparative Study Controlled Clinical Trial
Comparison of depression, anxiety and life quality in acne vulgaris patients who were treated with either isotretinoin or topical agents.
Since the introduction of isotretinoin to the market, many adverse psychiatric effects, including depression, anxiety and suicide attempts were reported. The aim of this study was to determine whether patients with acne who were treated with isotretinoin experienced significant increases in psychiatric symptoms over a 4-month period compared with patients who received topical acne therapy. ⋯ Results of the present study indicate that there is no increase in depressive and anxiety symptoms in the isotretinoin treatment group compared to that in the topical group. Instead, successful treatment of acne seems to improve both depressive and anxiety symptoms and improve quality of life.
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Case Reports
An unusual and serious complication of topical wart treatment with monochloroacetic acid.
Numerous chemical agents are used in the topical treatment of warts. Monochloroacetic acid (MCAA) is one of these agents, which is used in low or high concentrations in most European countries. ⋯ We present a case of joint deformity manifesting after the use of a preparation containing MCAA for topical wart treatment. This underlines the need to reassess the safety of MCAA use for topical wart treatment.