Acne vulgaris. Topical and systemic therapies.

Acne vulgaris is a condition commonly treated by primary care physicians. An understanding of the causes of the disease and methods of clinical evaluation allows selection of appropriate therapy. Effective treatment is available for all types of acne, including severe, nodulocystic forms. Regardless of the regimen chosen, patients should receive encouragement and instructions about the necessity of regular ongoing treatment for a successful outcome.