The American Acne and Rosacea Society is dedicated to advancing the science related to acne and rosacea and to enhancing communication between those interested in these diseases. This text is not meant to be a comprehensive treatise on all aspects of acne, but rather to address major points of interest by acknowledged thought leaders in the field in the hope that it will lead to further research, discussion, and refinement of our concepts of both the pathogenesis and the treatment of acne.

There's no faster or easier way to stay informed The Year Book of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery brings you abstracts of articles carefully selected from more than 100 journals worldwide. Expert commentaries evaluate the clinical importance of each article and discuss its application to your practice.

'Year Book of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery 2010' brings you abstracts of articles carefully selected from more than 100 journals worldwide. Expert commentaries evaluate the clinical importance of each article and discuss its application to your practice.

The topic of Antibiotic Use in Dermatology is reviewed in this issue of Dermatologic Clinics. Dr. James Del Rosso has assembled a panel of experts to pen articles on topics including Clinical Considerations in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris and Other Inflammatory Skin Disorders, Topical Antibiotics in Dermatology, A Current Review of Topical Benzoyl Peroxide, Optimizing Use of Oral Antibiotics in Acne Vulgaris, How to Handle a CA-MRSA Outbreak, Atypical Mycobacterial Cutaneous Infections, Antibiotic Use in Sexually Transmissible Diseases, Use of Antibiotics for Non-Infectious Dermatologic Disorders When Antibiotics are Unnecessary, and Oral Antibiotic Drug Interactions of Clinical Significance to Dermatologists.

This most common of all dermatologic conditions seen by dermatologists. What are new developments. What do dermatologists need to best treat their patients? In this issue of Dermatologic Clinics, expert practitioners and academics, Dr. James Del Rosso and Dr. Joshua Zeichner lead distinguished clinicians in presenting such topics as: How the Internet and Social Media Have Changed the Management of Acne; Evaluation of Acne Scars: How to Assess Them and What To Tell The Patient; Pathophysiology of Acne; The Role of Skin Care in the Management of Acne Vulgaris; Top Ten List of Clinical Pearls in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris; Use of Oral Contraceptives for Acne Vulgaris: Practical Considerations in Real World Practice; Use of Antibiotics in Acne: Achieving Optimal Outcomes While Maintaining Antibiotic Stewardship; Status Report on Oral Isotretinoin: Has Anything Changed That Is Relevant to Clinicians?; Safety Considerations and Monitoring in Patients Treated with Systemic Medications for Acne; Evaluation and Management of Refractory Acne Vulgaris in Adolescent and Adult Men; Physical Modalities in the Management of Acne; 12. Cases of "Acne" That Turned Out To Not Be Acne.

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics is divided into three sections:1) drug actions, 2) drug reactions, and 3) drug interactions. The first section discusses the latest advances in antimicrobial therapy, topical immunomodulator therapy, and treatment for hyperpigmentation. The drug reactions section focuses on guidelines related to drug-induced hepatotoxicity and recognition and management of severe drug eruptions and reactions. Finally, the issue concludes with a detailed summary of drug interactions important in dermatoses.