Acne And Its Therapy

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ISBN: 9780824729714 | 0824729714
Cover: Hardcover
Copyright: 5/17/2007

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Addressing one of the most commonly encountered conditions seen by the dermatologist, this source analyzes the physiology, diagnosis, clinical features, and control of acne. With full-color illustrations, this source delves into the available treatment options for difficult cases of acne and scarring and provides expert discussions of management regimens including topical and systemic therapies, laser treatments, and new medications.

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Introduction	p. iii
Preface	p. v
Contributors	p. ix
The Biology of the Sebaceous Gland and Pathophysiology of Acne
Overview of the Pathogenesis of Acne	p. 1
Cell Biology of the Pilosebaceous Unit	p. 9
Sebum Secretion and Acne	p. 37
The Molecular Biology of Retinoids and Their Receptors	p. 45
Molecular Biology of Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptors in Relation to Sebaceous Glands and Acne	p. 55
Antimicrobial Peptides and Acne	p. 75
Acne Treatments
Hormonal Influences in Acne	p. 83
Antimicrobial Therapy in Acne	p. 97
Topical Retinoids	p. 103
Phototherapy and Laser Therapy of Acne	p. 113
Benzoyl Peroxide and Salicylic Acid Therapy	p. 117
Treating Acne with Octadecenedioic Acid: Mechanism of Action, Skin Delivery, and Clinical Results	p. 137
The Effect of Sphingolipids as a New Therapeutic Option for Acne Treatment	p. 155
5[alpha]-Reductase and Its Inhibitors	p. 167
Active Delivery, Formulation, and Testing
Sebum: Physical-Chemical Properties, Macromolecular Structure, and Effects of Ingredients	p. 203
Targeted Delivery of Actives from Topical Treatment Products to the Pilosebaceous Unit	p. 223
Topical Therapy and Formulation Principles	p. 253
In Vitro Models for the Evaluation of Anti-acne Technologies	p. 275
Index	p. 303
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