The Journal of the Egyptian Public Health Association
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J Egypt Public Health Assoc · Nov 2020
Acne vulgaris: prevalence, severity, and impact on quality of life and self-esteem among Egyptian adolescents.
Acne vulgaris is the most common dermatoses affecting adolescents with significant impact on their quality of life (QoL). The current study aimed to estimate the prevalence of acne, severity, and its impact on QoL and self-esteem among Egyptian adolescents. ⋯ Acne is a common problem among Egyptian school-aged adolescents with higher prevalence and impact in females. Our findings should alert health professionals and school authorities to timely identify, manage, and educate adolescents with acne.