100 questions & answers about acne by Day, Doris J instant download

100 questions & answers about acne by Day, Doris J instant download

vii, 182 pages : 23 cm, 100 Questions & Answers About Acne provides you with all the information you need to manage your complexion problems. The only book to present the physician's and the patient's points of view (featuring actual acne patients' comments), 100 Questions & Answers About Acne answers all your questions about acne. Drawing on her extensive experience as a clinical dermatologist in a busy private practice and as an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at New York University Medical Center, Dr. Doris J. Day, a world-class expert in the field, presents authoritative advice for those dealing with the physical and emotional turmoil of acne -- from the most mild to the most severe cases. By exploding common myths (Don't only teenagers get acne?) and offering expert advice, Dr. Day empowers you to find the best treatment available for your condition. This book is an invaluable friend for all who suffer from acne, whether a few occasional pimples or an extreme, chronic condition, Includes index, Acne overview : questions 1-19 describe basic facts about acne -- Acne myths and facts : questions 20-31 address common misconceptions and highlights underlying causes of acne -- When to treat : questions 32-37 discuss factors to consider when thinking about treatment -- Topical acne treatment : questions 38-55 discuss the types and availability of various topical treatments -- Oral antibiotics : questions 56-65 review considerations for the use of oral antibiotics -- Oral isotretinoin : questions 66-78 discuss the use of isotretinoin as treatment for acne -- Hormonal treatments : questions 79-82 describe hormonal therapies for acne -- Procedures done in the doctor's office : questions 83-94 detail surgical and other procedures to treat acne and acne scars -- Other treatments/experimental methods : questions 95-100 address alternative and experimental treatments for acne