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Acne vulgaris is very known and one of the commonest diseases known to humanity, affecting up to 80 to 98% of all teenagers. Acne vulgaris affects teenagers, and persists beyond the age of 25 years in 12% of females and 3-4% of male.Objective: To determine the attitude and beliefs and perceptions of undergraduate medical students regarding acne. Method: It is a cross-sectional study in 180 medical students (aged 16-29yrs) was conducted. A voluntary self administered questionnaire was used to collect data regarding their attitude, behavior and beliefs and perceptions about acne. Both acne and non-acne sufferers were included in the study.Result: Of the 630 respondents, 55.9% were sufferers while 44.1% were non-sufferers. 67.0% of the affected believed it to be relieved by frequent face washing and that they should seek treatment. 79.84% students believed in seeking dermatologist advice regarding treatment. Internet and Mass media was the most common source of information. 21.7% of the students believed that hereditary factors and 20.1% believed environmental factors are the major cause of acne. In diet soft drinks (29.2%) is considered the major exacerbating factor. The most significant emotional impact of acne on medical students is embarrassment (26.2%). Conclusion: The results of this study pointed out that misconceptions and false beliefs on acne are widespread and enduring among Medical students’ too. Health education program on acne is needed to improve their understanding of the condition.

BELIEFS AND PERCEPTIONS OF ACNE AMONG STUDENTS OF HAIL UNIVERSITY IN APPLIED AND MEDICAL COLLEGE, KSA