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29-01-2025 | Acne | Disease Management

Manage acne in pregnancy with limited choices and extra considerations

Authors: Connie Kang, Sheridan M. Hoy

Published in: Drugs & Therapy Perspectives

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Abstract

Acne vulgaris is a common complaint in pregnancy and has typically been treated with topical antibiotics and anti-inflammatories, with systemic therapies usually reserved for refractory or more severe acne. Choice of therapy is mainly dependent on minimising maternal and foetal risk. Other options can include oral supplements, acid peels, intralesional injections, cosmetics or skincare products, and sunscreen, but caution is required due to a lack of regulation and evidence. Additional care is also required if the pregnancy was unplanned, potentially necessitating a change in treatment choice due to safety concerns.
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Metadata
Title
Manage acne in pregnancy with limited choices and extra considerations
Authors
Connie Kang
Sheridan M. Hoy
Publication date
29-01-2025
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
Published in
Drugs & Therapy Perspectives
Print ISSN: 1172-0360
Electronic ISSN: 1179-1977
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s40267-024-01138-w