ArticleCureus2023
The Controversies Surrounding Acne and Suicide: Essential Knowledge for Clinicians.
Article in Cureus, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.
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3 citing papers in PubMed, 5 citations in OpenAlex.
- A Global Delphi Consensus on Acne and the Microbiome: Integrating International Expertise for Innovative Prevention and Therapeutic Strategies.Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Development of the acne-specific quality of life questionnaire Quality of Life Relevance-Acne.JAAD international · 2024Article
- Peiminine Exerts Its Anti-Acne Effects by Regulating the NF-κB Pathway.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
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2 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.
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Abstract
Over the years, there have been numerous studies linking acne to depression and suicidal thoughts. Although the exact relationship between the two is still unclear, the stigma associated with acne can have a significant impact on an individual's mental health. The critical appraisal of empirical evidence reveals a lack of understanding of the relationship between acne and suicide. Several studies have demonstrated an association between acne and suicide without causal links. Thus, it is clinically important to review the risks associated with isotretinoin and obtain informed consent regarding potential harm. The use of isotretinoin should be limited to cases of severe acne. There have been reports of an increased risk of suicide six months after the completion of isotretinoin treatment, so it is recommended that follow-up monitoring continue for up to one year following the completion of the treatment.
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