Management strategies for acne vulgaris

Kristen M Whitney1 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA

Chérie M Ditre2 Skin Enhancement Center and Cosmetic Dermatology, Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USACorrespondenceché[email protected]

Pages 41-53 | Published online: 26 Apr 2011

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