Dermatol. praxi. 2013;7(2):61-65

Supportive treatment of acne vulgaris - part of a comprehensive treatment

MUDr.Eliška Langerová

I. dermatovenerologická klinika FN u sv. Anny v Brně, LF Masarykovy Univerzity v Brně

Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory androgen-dependent disease of pilosebaceous unit. It is one of the most frequent diseases at

all. Nearly one hundred percent of population is affected by this disease with multifactorial etiopathogenesis. Its social impact is very

serious. Clinical appearance differs in patients. There exists many classification systems which influence the treatment. The therapy

is usually combined to focus on all etiological factors. Beside the classical topical, systemic and physical treatment is also important

supportive therapy. This therapy does not include only cosmetics, but aims at the personality of individuals, their diet, hygienic habits,

state of mind and the therapy of disease consequences. Specific methods of supportive therapy include diet restrictions, skin and scalp

care, methods of corrective dermatology and prevention of risks factors.

Keywords: acne vulgaris, multifactorial etiopatogenesis, supportive therapy, diet, skin care, corrective dermatology

Published: July 1, 2013  Show citation