|
We're all familiar with the concerns about antibiotic overuse. Too much can cause resistance which can be problematic. This month we focus on antibiotic use in acne, which is discouraged by Dr. Hilary Baldwin whose work is featured in our first story. While antibiotics may be appropriate in some cases, acne is not an infectious disease so it's best to avoid them when possible ― especially when treating Pityrosporum folliculitis, which is often mistaken for acne. Antibiotic treatment can actually make this condition worse, says Dr. Brea Prindaville. Finally, in the Cosmetic Conundrums monthly column, Dr. Zoe Draelos addresses the use of commercial skin care products for patients with eczema, psoriasis or other skin conditions. Here’s more from Dermatology Times.
— Joe Gorelick, MSN, FNP-C, DERM Founder & Chairman, California Skin Institute
|
