New vaccine cures acne

According toWebMDAcne is the 8th most common disease in the world, occurring in all ages. Treatments are mainly creams, antibiotics or drugs, all of which have side effects such as dry skin and skin irritation.Skin lesions can spread and cause complications if not treated promptly.

Scientists have recently developed a vaccine that could prevent acne. The vaccine targets common acne-causing bacteria, creating antibacterial properties that destroy toxins on the skin. When the toxins are neutralized, lesions and inflammation within the skin stop developing.

The vaccine has been tested on animals and human skin samples. The results showed that the vaccine significantly reduced the penetration of bacteria into the skin causing inflammation, limiting side effects.

Dermatologists at the University of California, San Diego, are conducting a clinical trial. If the results are positive, the vaccine could be available within three to five years.