title: New approaches to acne.
abstract: In recent years, a greater understanding of the pathogenesis and improved treatment regimens have enhanced our ability to control this common and often distressing condition. The author presents a brief outline of its pathogenesis followed by a systematic approach to treatment.
authors.affiliation: Royal Adelaide Hospital.
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Burdon-Jones
mesh_terms: D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000628:therapy*; D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D015984:Causality; D002985:Clinical Protocols / Q000592:standards; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005194:Family Practice / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D008297:Male; D014212:Tretinoin / Q000627:therapeutic use
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D014212:Tretinoin