A Community-Based Study to Assess: The Aggravating Factors and Treatment Choices in Youth with Acne

Year : 2024 | Volume :14 | Issue : 03 | Page : 1-8
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Fathima Thabsheera,

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Ramdas Bhat,

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Ayisha Shiha,

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Shynia Neola Dsouza,

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Swathi Gopinath,

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Krishnananda Kamath,

  1. PG Scholar, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Srinivas College of Pharmacy, Valachil, Farangipete Post, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
  2. Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Srinivas College of Pharmacy, Valachil, Farangipete Post, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
  3. PG Scholar, Department of Pharmacology, Srinivas College of Pharmacy, Valachil, Farangipete Post, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
  4. PG Scholar, Department of Pharmacology, Srinivas College of Pharmacy, Valachil, Farangipete Post, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
  5. PG Scholar, Department of Pharmacology, Srinivas College of Pharmacy, Valachil, Farangipete Post, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
  6. Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Srinivas College of Pharmacy, Valachil, Farangipete Post, Mangalore, Karnataka, India

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Background and Aim: Acne vulgaris is a common dermatological condition affecting youth worldwide. While its pathogenesis is well-understood, individual experiences with aggravating factors and treatment choices vary. This study aimed to evaluate self-reported factors aggravating acne and determine treatment choices among youth with acne while assessing the correlation between self-perceived and clinically assessed acne severity. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 390 participants aged 18–24 suffering from acne. Data on demographics, aggravating factors, and treatment choices were collected through interviews. Acne severity was objectively assessed using the Global Acne Grading System (GAGS) and compared with participants’ self-reported severity. Results: The mean age of participants was 20.9 ± 2.0 years (48.4% males, 52.6% females). Family history of acne was reported by 62.5% of participants, with a mean onset age of 16.8 ± 2.12 years. The most frequently reported aggravating factors were sunlight exposure, sweating, and dandruff, with 96% reporting exacerbation during summer. Only 32% had consulted a physician for treatment, with choices primarily influenced by friends/family (35.6%) and physician consults (24.6%). GAGS scores indicated 88.4% had mild acne and 11.6% moderate, contrasting with self-reported severity: 50.2% mild, 47.2% moderate, and 2.6% severe. Conclusion: This study reveals a significant discrepancy between objective acne severity and self-perception among youth. The low rate of physician consultation and the high influence of non-medical sources on treatment choices suggest a need for improved acne education and healthcare accessibility. Understanding common aggravating factors can inform targeted interventions and patient education strategies.

Keywords: Acne vulgaris, aggravating factors, treatment-seeking behavior, global acne grading system (GAGS)

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Fathima Thabsheera, Ramdas Bhat, Ayisha Shiha, Shynia Neola Dsouza, Swathi Gopinath, Krishnananda Kamath. A Community-Based Study to Assess: The Aggravating Factors and Treatment Choices in Youth with Acne. Research & Reviews: A Journal of Medicine. 2024; 14(03):1-8.
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Fathima Thabsheera, Ramdas Bhat, Ayisha Shiha, Shynia Neola Dsouza, Swathi Gopinath, Krishnananda Kamath. A Community-Based Study to Assess: The Aggravating Factors and Treatment Choices in Youth with Acne. Research & Reviews: A Journal of Medicine. 2024; 14(03):1-8. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjom/article=2024/view=0

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Volume 14
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Received 16/09/2024
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