Question

Discuss newer advancements in acne treatment and prevention.

Answer 1

Newer advancements in acne treatment and prevention:

1. By using growth factor-inhibitors such as Insulin to control or reduce the sebaceous glands and to reduce the number of sebaceous gland sites
2. By applying activated receptor modulators like peroxisome proliferator on the affected area which reduces the inflammatory acne wounds
3. Topical antiandrogens which control the sebum production and is used to treat moderate to severe acne patients.
4. By using prebiotics and probiotics
5. Oral and topical dapsone also used to control inflammatory conditions
6. Photopneumatic therapy which is laser based therapy in which excessive oil, blackheads and other acne-causing substances removed.