Acne in black women

ABSTRACT

Although acne is rampant in young black women, many of them do not really understand the nature of the disease and what treatment is available. Common as acne is, there is no easily understood book available to black people, hence the need for this publication. In Acne in Black Women, in plain simple language, I address concerns such as cosmetics, and newer treatments for acne such as peels, facials and laser treatments. I discuss how to use certain medicines to get the most benefit from them. How certain drugs work on acne and how long a patient should be kept on the drug is also addressed. We also take a look at the patient's general health in the management of acne... This book contains information for all black people who have acne or who have relatives who suffer from this disease. You will find advice on how to prevent acne, and how to treat it. This book is not meant to replace a visit to your dermatologist. In most cases he/she alone has the experience to treat your acne, and to combine different medications, so that you can get the best results from them (AU)