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Acne vulgaris epidemiology and demographics

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Overview

Overview

In the United States, acne affects 17 million people. It is most common during adolescence, affecting more than 85% of teenagers, and frequently continues into adulthood. [1]

References

References

  1. James WD (2005). “Clinical practice. Acne”. N Engl J Med. 352 (14): 1463–72. PMID 15814882.

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