Ozge Mine Orenay, Berkay Temel, Arcan Kivanc Capci, Zulal Inci Bal, Nermin Karaosmanoglu
Background: Isotretinoin is used to treat severe acne, treatment-resistant moderate acne, and acne that leads to scarring or psychological distress. It has many side effects and is also associated with depression, sleep apnea, and sleep disturbances. Objectives: In this study, we aimed to evaluate the effects of isotretinoin on depression, sleep apnea, and sleep quality. Methods: A total of 42 patients diagnosed with acne and started isotretinoin treatment were included in the study. In order to compare the effects of isotretinoin, patients were asked to fill out a questionnaire containing the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), the Berlin Questionnaire (BQ), and the Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) at baseline and third months of treatment...
April 12, 2024: Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology