Acne Common Illness May Be Increased By Usage of Antibiotics for Acne
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Acne and Antibiotics: A Surprising Connection to Common Illnesses
Summary
Recent research suggests that using antibiotics for acne treatment might increase the risk of developing common illnesses. A study found that individuals treated with antibiotics for more than six weeks had more than double the likelihood of developing an upper respiratory tract infection within one year compared to those who did not use antibiotics.Article
New research highlights a concerning connection between the use of antibiotics for acne and an increased risk of common illnesses. A study involving volunteers treated with antibiotics for more than six weeks revealed that these individuals were more than twice as likely to develop upper respiratory tract infections within a year compared to those not using antibiotics for their acne.Experts explain that the overuse of antibiotics can lead to antibiotic-resistant organisms and a rise in infectious diseases. Despite this, limited research exists on the long-term effects of antibiotic use, making this study particularly significant.
Patients with acne, characterized by inflammation of the skin’s sebaceous glands, often undergo long-term antibiotic treatments. This makes them an ideal group to study the potential consequences of prolonged antibiotic use.
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, in collaboration with a UK medical database, identified individuals aged 15 to 35 diagnosed with acne between 1987 and 2002. They compared the frequency of doctor visits and the incidence of common illnesses, specifically upper respiratory tract infections (URTI), between those treated with antibiotics and those who were not.
The study found that within the first year, 15.4% of patients with acne experienced at least one URTI. The likelihood of developing a URTI was 2.15 times higher for those receiving antibiotic treatment compared to those not receiving such treatment.
This research underscores the importance of cautious antibiotic use in acne treatment, highlighting the need for alternative methods to manage this common skin condition.
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