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I recently came across phage therapy for acne – has anyone else heard of it? Apparently, it uses viruses to target and kill acne-causing bacteria instead of antibiotics. Are these considered ‘good’ viruses?”
Yes, you heard right — phage therapy for acne is a real and emerging approach that’s generating interest, especially because of growing concerns over antibiotic resistance. Phage therapy uses bacteriophages, which are viruses that specifically infect and kill bacteria. For acne, the target is usually Cutibacterium acnes (formerly termed Propionibacterium acnes), the main bacteria involved in acne inflammation. Bacteriophages are considered beneficial or “good” viruses because they:
While phage therapy for acne is promising, it’s still in the research and development phase. More clinical trials, wider regulatory approval is needed with consistent safety and efficacy data.