title: The stigma of acne.
abstract: Acne is by no means confined to teenagers, and the tendency to regard it as trivial is at odds with the social and psychological effects that it engenders. Effective treatments are available and should be used to alleviate the suffering caused by this disease. Education of the general public and of future doctors is essential in order to remove the stigma of this common condition.
authors.affiliation: Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, Dundee.
authors.forename: J G
authors.initials: JG
authors.lastname: Lowe
mesh_terms: D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000523:psychology; D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001290:Attitude; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D015474:Isotretinoin / Q000627:therapeutic use; D010819:Physician's Role; D012938:Social Perception
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D015474:Isotretinoin