Bioscientia Medicina : Journal of Biomedicine and Translational Research
Vol. 6 No. 3 (2022): Bioscientia Medicina: Journal of Biomedicine & Translational Research

Microneedling Radiofrequency for Acne Vulgaris and Post-Acne Scarring: A Case Report

Vesri Yossy (Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Andalas University / Dr. M. Djamil Hospital, Padang, Indonesia)
Satya Wydya Yenny (Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Andalas University / Dr. M. Djamil Hospital, Padang, Indonesia)
Lilik Norawati (Kartika Estetika Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic Presidential - Army Central Hospital Gatot Soebroto, Jakarta, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
11 Jan 2022

Abstract

Background. There are various therapeutic modalities for acne and post acne scarring, but the best option is to have a safe, effective with affordable cost such as monotherapy or combination therapy. One of the recommended combination therapy for acne vulgaris with atrophic acne scars is microneedling radiofrequency which can improve skin structure. Case presentation. A 25 years old male with moderate comedonal acne vulgaris and severe scarring. The patient came with complaints of uneven skin surface on both cheeks, forehead and chin which had been felt to increase since 3 years ago. The appearance of acne on the face has been felt since 12 years ago. The patient's parents and sister also had acne complaints. On dermatological examination, on the forehead, temples, cheeks, nose and chin found blackheads, whiteheads, papules, hyperpigmented macules, multiple atrophic acne scars. The treatment choice for this patient is microneedling radiofrequency in combination with topical therapy. Discussion. The combination of microneedling with radiofrequency is one of the therapeutic modalities for acne vulgaris and also post-acne scarring with minimal side effects. In the evaluation for 2 weeks after the procedure, this patient did not complaint of any adverse events.

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bsm

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Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Immunology & microbiology Medicine & Pharmacology Neuroscience

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BioScientia Medicina is an open access international scholarly journal in the field of biomedicine and translational research aimed to publish a high-quality scientific paper including original research papers, reviews, short communication, and technical notes. This journal welcomes the submission ...