Untangling gut dysbiosis in acne vulgaris: insights and potential interventions

Learn-Han Lee, Vengadesh Letchumanan, Jodi Woan-Fei Law, Loh Teng-Hern Tan, Hui Xuan Lim, Nurul Syakima Ab Mutalib, Priyia Pusparajah, Keyan Loo

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Abstract

Acne, a chronic inflammatory disease, is a widespread dermatological condition impacting diverse demographics. The ramifications transcend beyond altering physical appearance, influencing the psychological well-being of those affected, subsequently diminishing quality of life. Research on gut-skin axis suggests interplay of gut dysbiosis and the exacerbation of acne. Therefore, this scoping review aims to investigate gut dysbiosis in acne and potential interventions that act on gut to improve acne outcomes.
Original languageEnglish
Article numberIDDF2024-ABS-0350
Pages (from-to)A207-A208
Number of pages2
JournalGut
Volume73
Issue numberS2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Aug 2024
EventInternational Digestive Disease Forum 2024 - , Hong Kong
Duration: 10 Aug 202411 Aug 2024
https://gut.bmj.com/content/73/Suppl_2 (published abstracts)

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