Acne: treatment of Tomorrow

Canadian researchers say they have developed the first drug effective against acne. Meanwhile, the laser or HAART could revolutionize the treatment of skin disease that affects 85% of adolescents. Back on the latest discoveries.

Until now, the cons acne solutions are not always effective. The treatment of disease but also the scars that result are a major headache. New therapeutic approaches may soon offer effective weapons against this skin disease.
A very promising new compound

Acne treatments demainLors's largest global conference on antimicrobial agents, the company Micrologix Biotech Vancouver has announced a discovery that could date. Results 1 of its molecule MBI 594AN leave because bode sad tomorrows for acne.

While clinical trials of phase II with 75 patients is underway, further in vitro studies demonstrate the effectiveness of the new compound against the bacteria responsible for acne (Propionibacterium acnes) even against strains resistant to current treatments . In total, 27 samples of resistant bacteria were tested and all proved sensitive to MBI 594N.

This clarification is particularly interesting that the emergence of resistance vis-à-vis the common treatments is becoming more worrisome. At the heart of this "wear" the development of protection from the bacteria that would have almost tripled in 30 years. But the new compound would destroy the bacteria by puncturing the membrane without the latter has time to develop any defense mechanism. Thus, attempts to initiate resistance patterns have all proved failures.

However, it will take more studies and further clinical trials to determine whether this new compound is indeed a bright future.
The laser and cons peel acne scars

During the summer conference of the American Academy of Dermatology, Dr. Goldman said that the laser now offers new possibilities in the treatment of acne scarring. His study2 on 14 patients highlighted the effectiveness of the YAG laser which, without anesthesia, allowed a significant improvement in skin appearance.

But this treatment is not the only recourse. Thus different techniques coexist all the responsibility of the specialist: cryotherapy, exfoliation, peels, dermabrasion with rotating wheels, etc..

Dermabrasion is to erode the epidermis and dermis layer with a hard or abrasive cylinder under local or general anesthesia. Healing is usually achieved after one week. Be careful though to avoid sun exposure for two months.

In all cases, the treatment of acne scars is possible only when the disease is more scalable.
Towards HAART against acne?

"Now, acne can be treated by the combination of different therapies, such as the use of chemical peels or laser, which have amazing results" said Dr. Vidimos. The dermatologist said that the combination of techniques offers new therapeutic possibilities.

Although the use of oral antibiotics does not improve the appearance of acne scars, dermatologists have other options. "The acne scars are unique in appearance and often have complex characteristics that must be taken into account, such as depth, shape and location," says Dr. Vidimos. Thus, the use of lasers such as pulsed carbon dioxide (CO2) and YAG laser are tools to not overlook.

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