title: Guidance on the diagnosis and clinical management of acne.
abstract: This article discusses the effects of acne (sometimes referred to as acne vulgaris), how to diagnose it confidently and how to distinguish it from rosacea, and the options available for treatment, especially in primary care. We also suggest when referral to dermatology should be considered, and try to anticipate some frequently asked questions.
authors.affiliation: British Association of Dermatologists, London, UK. clive.archer@gstt.nhs.uk
authors.forename: C B
authors.initials: CB
authors.lastname: Archer
authors.forename: S N
authors.initials: SN
authors.lastname: Cohen
authors.forename: S E
authors.initials: SE
authors.lastname: Baron
mesh_terms: D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy*; D000293:Adolescent; D000726:Androgen Antagonists / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007641:Keratolytic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D008297:Male; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D014803:Vitamin B Complex / Q000627:therapeutic use; D055815:Young Adult
chemical_list: D000726:Androgen Antagonists; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D003879:Dermatologic Agents; D007641:Keratolytic Agents; D014803:Vitamin B Complex