100 Questions & Answers About Acne (Paperback)

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Take control of your complexion!

100 Questions and Answers About Acne provides you with all the information you need to manage your complexion problems. Written by Dr. Doris J. Day, a world-class expert in the field, this clearly written, readable book offers the latest medical knowledge and practical tips on what acne is and what you can do to treat it effectively.

The only book to present the physician’s and the patient’s point of view (featuring actual acne patients’ comments), 100 Q&A About Acne answers all your questions about acne, including:

What is acne?
What causes it?
Does my diet affect my complexion? Exercise?
Does stress cause acne?
Is sun exposure good for my acne?
What treatments are available? Which are best for me?
Do I need to see a specialist?
What can I do if traditional treatments fail?

Drawing on her extensive experience as a clinical dermatologist in a busy private practice and Assistant Professor of Dermatology at New York University Medical Center, Dr. Day presents authoritative advice for those dealing with the physical and emotional turmoil of acne -- from the most mild to the most severe cases. By exploding common myths (Don’t only teenagers get acne?) and offering expert insider treatment advice, Dr. Day empowers you to find the best treatment available for your condition. This book is an invaluable friend for all who suffer from acne, whether a few occasional pimples or an extreme chronic condition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc.; 1 edition (August 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0763745693
• ISBN-13: 978-0763745691
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,210,107 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)