Clinical review: topical retinoids.
With sensible patient education, the multitude of benefits that topical retinoid therapy can provide may be enjoyed. Hopefully, retinoid therapy will heighten awareness of the detrimental effects of sun exposure and motivate future generations to become "sun smart." Evidence-based medicine, current research, and case studies can arm practitioners with the resources and guidance to effectively provide current, innovating therapies for a variety of dermatologic conditions. With the strategic use of topical retinoids, several dermatologic conditions can be addressed concurrently.
Rolewski
Sheri L
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University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Dermatology, Cosmetic Surgery & Skin Health Center, Sewickley, PA, USA.
D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000276:immunology; D000279:Administration, Cutaneous; D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D007249:Inflammation; D007642:Keratosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000276:immunology; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D018579:Patient Selection; D011565:Psoriasis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000276:immunology; D012176:Retinoids / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D015595:Skin Aging / Q000187:drug effects / Q000276:immunology; D013472:Sunlight / Q000009:adverse effects
D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal; D003879:Dermatologic Agents; D012176:Retinoids