New Acne Guidelines

The Global Alliance to Improve Acne Outcomes has updated its treatment guidelines. No longer are oral antibiotics recommended for long-term use. The reason is that antibiotic resistance is emerging. A far more important reason, in my opinion, is that yeast overgrowth commonly occurs and wrecks havoc on the immune system. Topical retinoids like Retin-A, topical antibiotics, and Benzoyl peroxide at prescription strength are now recommended with the use of laser therapy if needed. Severe cases should be treated by a dermatologist. Diet supposedly plays no role, but in my experience, food allergies sometimes play a role.

See Family Practice News(click here), July 1, 2009, P.32.