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John Scott's Articles in Acne

  • Acne Domestic Treatments
    Accutane is the reliable treatment when other drugs have failed.
  • Psychological Effects of Acne
    Acne and acne treatment have a very profound psychological aspect for the patient. Learn more about the psychological effects of acne and the impact it hase on the whole patient's life.
  • The Federal Government rules on websites
    The article reports there are new laws to regulate websites that sell drugs but offers the reassurance that online pharmacies based outside the US are not affected.
  • It's impossible to be too careful
    The article reports on a law case from Canada which shows that even if you quite reasonably believe you are safe, things can still go wrong.
  • Treating the bacteria that inflame the skin
    The article considers the role of antibiotics in the treatment of acne and concludes that they are sometimes useful is reducing inflammation, but do not treat the underlying cause.
  • What makes acne worse?
    The article accepts that Accutane should only be used as a last resort and so looks at the practical steps you can take to reduce the risk of acne growing worse. The three most common are to avoid picking at the pimples, minimizing stress and avoiding the side effects of drugs.
  • What exactly is the iPledge Program?
    The article looks at the iPledge Program which is operative in the US to protect female patients who propose to take Accutane.
  • When is acne not acne?
    The article warns that acne is often confused with Pityrosporum folliculitis. Antibiotics have no effect on Pityrosporum folliculitis. Treatment with an antifungal medication is required.
  • When to use antibiotics for acne
    The article confirms that an antibiotics like Doxycycline can be prescribed for the treatment of the inflammation accompanying acne but you should always weigh the advantages and disadvantages before you take it.
  • If you prick me, do I not bleed?
    The article notes that acupuncture is now being used in Traditional Chinese medicine to treat acne and it wonders whether more in the West would benefit from its use.
  • Who was that bacteria I saw you with last night?
    The article reports the most recent research findings from Denmark that Propionibacterium acnes may not be the cause of infection and inflammation in acne.
  • Just how bad can it get?
    The article reflects the sad reality that many teenagers with acne are given a rough ride in school. Parents will need to maintain their children's' self-esteem whilst taking sometimes difficult medical decisions.
  • Women have male hormones
    The article reflects on the fact that the cause of acne in women is an excess of male hormones. That means one of the standard treatments is the use of oral contraceptives containing the anti-male hormone cyproterone. If you are using contraceptives, you can use Accutane if other acne treatments fail.



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