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Family history linked to teen acne

4/9/2009

Teenagers' odds of developing moderate to severe acne may depend largely on whether their parents had the problem, a new study suggests.

 
 
 

Condom lubricant an acne cure

28/8/2008

A condom lubricant designed for sex workers and gay men has become a popular acne cure among female Cambodians.

 
 
 

Acne drug, depression link

30/5/2008

Use of isotretinoin, the active ingredient in the acne drug Accutane, apparently more than doubles the risk of depression, according to results of a study.

 
 
 

The pill combats acne

12/2/2008

The oral contraceptive Yasmin, plus a low-dose of the diuretic spironolactone, is a safe and effective treatment for women with severe facial acne.

 
 
 
 

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