Assessment of serum levels of cathelicidin and vitamin D in acne vulgaris

Conclusion: Significantly higher serum cathelicidin levels were detected in acne patients compared with controls, suggesting that cathelicidin may play a role in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris and may provide a possible therapeutic target for future treatment. In addition, lower (although nonsignificant) serum vitamin D levels were detected in patients, suggesting a possible role for vitamin D supplementation in acne treatment.
Source: Journal of the Egyptian Women’s Dermatologic Society - Category: Dermatology Tags: Original articles Source Type: research