Acne in Skin of Color: Cautions for Chemical Peels
Recent studies suggest that with some caveats, patients with Fitzpatrick skin types IV to VI can achieve satisfactory results without serious adverse effects.
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Adequate Training Required to Optimize Classification of Patients With HS
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Lower Body Mass Index in Teens Negatively Associated With Acne
Investigators sought to determine a link between body mass index and acne in this study of youths who reported for obligatory military duty between 2002 and 2015.
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Higher Overall Comorbidity Burden With Hidradenitis Suppurativa vs Psoriasis
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