Table 4: Tips when assessing the psyche of a patient with acne (III) - Body dysmorphic disorder  

Pay special attention to acne patients:

  1. who seek advanced but unnecessary dermatological procedure or treatment (e.g. oral retinoid therapy, dermabrasion or cosmetic surgery) for their acne of minimal severity.
  2. with camouflaging behaviours such as ritualised and excessive makeup and avoidance of social activities.