Article · Volume 17, Issue 2 · pp. 463–469

Clinical Profiles, Prescription Trends, and Quality of Life in Young Adults with Acne Vulgaris: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital

Rajesh A. Maheshwari¹, Shruti Makwana¹, Harshad Sisara¹, Hemraj Singh Rajput¹, Rahul Trivedi¹, Ashim Kumar Sen¹, Kishan Ninama²

¹Department of Pharmacy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Piparia, Vadodara, Gujarat, INDIA.
²Department of Skin and VD, Shri B. K. Shah Medical Institute and Research Centre, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Piparia, Vadodara, Gujarat, INDIA.

Abstract

Background: This study aimed to analyze the demographic distribution, acne characteristics, treatment patterns, and quality of life impact of acne vulgaris.Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at a tertiary care hospital, it involved 70 patients with clinically diagnosed acne.Results: The study found a slightly higher prevalence of acne in females aged 19-45 years. Common lesions were located on the cheeks and forehead, with open comedones being most frequent. Icepick scars were more common in males. The study showed that acne severity increased with age, with younger individuals often experiencing moderate to severe forms. A variety of treatments, including topical and oral medications, were prescribed, with an average of over four medications per prescription. The Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) results showed varying impacts on quality of life, highlighting the need for gender-specific treatment strategies. The study emphasizes the importance of understanding acne’s demographic and clinical variations for better management.Conclusion: This study reveals notable age and gender variations in the distribution and severity of acne vulgaris.

Keywords: Acne vulgaris; Demographic distribution; Open comedones; Icepick scars; Dermatology life quality index

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