Role of dietary factors in acne vulgaris among young adults: A case–control study

Autor: Michelle Serene Fernandes, Pradeep Pereira
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2023
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Zdroj: Clinical Dermatology Review, Vol 7, Iss 1, Pp 62-66 (2023)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2542-551X
2542-5528
DOI: 10.4103/cdr.cdr_93_21
Popis: Background: Previous studies on the potential role of diet in acne vulgaris have shown conflicting results. However, there are very few studies from India. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the role of dietary factors in the causation of acne vulgaris among young adults. Materials and Methods: This case–control study studied the dietary factors of people aged 18–25 years. A total of 224 patients with moderate-to-severe acne were evaluated. The control group comprised 260 individuals with no or mild acne. Both groups were asked to fill up a questionnaire on sociodemographic characteristics, family history of acne among first-degree relatives, and relevant medical history. The information on selected food items such as milk and dairy products, rice, fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, chocolates, and cakes was recorded on a food frequency questionnaire. Frequency of intake was categorized as: More than 3 days/week, from 1 to 3 days/week,
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