Acne is a skin disorder that often leads to emotional distress and permanent physical scarring on the face, as well as the back and chest. Scarring can affect up to 95% of people with acne. Early and effective management of acne, which includes breakout prevention, may help to minimize the chances of scarring.
There are many effective topical (applied to the skin) acne treatments available, and your doctor can help choose and optimize an acne treatment plan tailored specifically to you.
The following Doctor Discussion Guide will help you to engage with your doctor to find the best management strategies for your acne. Answer the questions and then print your results or save them onto your mobile device to show to your doctor at your next appointment.
I am currently using or have used these topical medications:
Single-ingredient products:
Combination products:
Over-the-Counter (OTC) products