Article detail · 2024 · article
Evaluation of isotretinoin effects on depression, sleep apnea and sleep quality
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- YÖKSİS venueCutaneous and Ocular Toxicology
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Abstract
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. RESULTS: = .35). CONCLUSION: This study showed that isotretinoin had no significant effects on depression and sleep quality.
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