For patients with recurrent acne, it is important to take a detailed history of the condition.
I have come across some cases of recurrent acne that have never consulted a doctor and just relied on OTC products.
For such cases, we can still be conservative in our approach and offer them the appropriate topical acne treatments like:
- Adapalene
- Retin A
- Benzyl Peroxide
- Clindamycin
However, for those who have tried topical treatments with no success then we need to consider the addition of oral medications like Isotretinion and antibiotics like doxycycline and minocycline.
For those not keen on oral medications and or having recurrent acne in a localised area of the face they can consider the Agnes RF for acne.This is a micro needle RF device that delivers RF energy to destroy the pilo sebaceous glands that are overactive leading to recurrrent acne. Once destroyed, they stop producing the sebum that causes the clogged pores leading to acne in that area.
It is an extremely effective treatment that targets the root cause of recurrent acne.
It is important for the doctor to discuss the various options available and then come up with a treatment plan that is acceptable by the patient to ensure compliance.
Hope this helps!
Regards
Dr KK Chew