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Research Article | Vol. 6, Issue 3 | Journal of Clinical Medical Research | Open Access

Artificial Intelligence: Assisted Dermoscopy for the Diagnosis of Acne Vulgaris

Mahajabeen Madarkar1*, D Purshotam B1, Muskan Jain2

1Professor and Head of the Dermatology Department, S R Patil Medical College, Badagandi, Bagalkot, India

2Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Jollygrant, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

*Correspondence author: Mahajabeen Madarkar, Associate Professor and Head of the Department, SR Patil Medical College, Badagandi, Bagalkot, India; Email: mahajabeenmadarkar@gmail.com

Citation: Madarkar M, et al. Artificial Intelligence: Assisted Dermoscopy for the Diagnosis of Acne Vulgaris. Jour Clin Med Res. 2025;6(3):1-10.

Copyright© 2025 by Madarkar M. All rights reserved. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.

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17 November, 2025		Published
24 November, 2025

Abstract

Introduction: Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the pilosebaceous unit with high global prevalence and psychosocial burden, where dermoscopy enhances bedside assessment by visualizing follicular keratin plugs, perifollicular erythema, vascular patterns and pus-filled structures to aid lesion typing and differential diagnosis from acneiform mimickers. Recent advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) show promise for standardized dermoscopic interpretation, potentially reducing variability and improving lesion-level classification in acne. This study evaluates the application of AI for dermoscopic diagnosis and lesion characterization in acne.

Methods: Dermoscopic images of clinically diagnosed acne lesions (open/closed comedones, inflammatory papules, pustules and nodules) were prospectively collected across multiple devices and compared with non-acne inflammatory and folliculocentric conditions to emulate real-world differentials. Images were annotated by board-certified dermatologists using predefined lesion taxonomy and reference standards; datasets were split into training, validation and test sets with patient-level separation. The AI pipeline incorporated features salient to acne dermoscopy, including dilated follicular openings with keratin plugs, central white-yellow pustular content, perifollicular erythema, vascular morphology and scale/crust distribution; performance was assessed using accuracy, sensitivity, specificity and area under the receiver operating characteristic curve with 95% confidence intervals.

Results: Dermoscopic features most predictive of acne included dilated follicular openings with yellow-white/brown keratin plugs for comedones, round erythematous papules with perifollicular vascular accentuation and central white-yellow pustular content for pustules. The AI model achieved higher diagnostic consistency than unaided dermoscopy, reducing inter-observer variability and improving classification of comedones versus inflammatory lesions on the external test set.

Conclusion: Integrating AI-driven dermoscopic analysis into clinical workflows may assist clinicians in standardized acne lesion assessment, reduce diagnostic errors and help minimize unnecessary procedures, particularly when distinguishing acne from acneiform mimickers. Multicenter studies with device-diverse datasets, transparent reporting and external validation are warranted to confirm generalizability and clinical utility.

Keywords: Acne Vulgaris; Dermoscopy; Artificial Intelligence; Dermatology

Introduction

Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the pilosebaceous unit that affects nearly 85–90% of adolescents and young adults worldwide, making it one of the most prevalent skin conditions globally [1,2]. Although traditionally regarded as a self-limiting disease of adolescence, acne frequently persists into adulthood, particularly among women and is now increasingly recognized across diverse age groups [3,4]. Clinically, it presents with open and closed comedones, papules, pustules, nodules and cysts, predominantly involving the face, chest and upper back [5,6]. While not life-threatening, acne can cause significant psychosocial distress, contributing to low self-esteem, social withdrawal, anxiety and depression [7,8].

The onset of acne typically begins during puberty, coinciding with hormonal stimulation of sebaceous glands, but it may persist or recur in adulthood [9,10]. The severity and clinical course vary widely from mild comedonal acne to severe nodulocystic variants that may lead to permanent scarring [11]. Several subtypes exist, including acne vulgaris, acne conglobata, acne fulminans and hormonal acne, each requiring tailored management approaches [12].

Acne pathogenesis is multifactorial, involving increased sebum production, follicular hyperkeratinisation, Cutibacterium acnes (formerly Propionibacterium acnes) colonization and innate immune activation [13-15]. Genetic factors contribute significantly, with family history increasing the risk two- to four-fold [16]. Hormonal fluctuations, dietary factors (high glycemic load, dairy intake), stress and mechanical occlusion or cosmetic products may also exacerbate lesions [17-19]. Immune dysregulation, particularly involving pro-inflammatory cytokines such as IL-1β, IL-8, IL-17 and TNF-α, plays a pivotal role in lesion progression [20].

Management strategies range from topical agents (retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics) to systemic therapies (oral antibiotics, hormonal agents, isotretinoin) [1-23]. Despite significant therapeutic advancements, early detection and accurate classification of acne severity remain essential to prevent long-term sequelae such as scarring and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation [24]. In recent years, digital dermoscopy and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based diagnostic systems have emerged as promising tools for standardizing acne assessment and guiding personalized treatment, offering the potential to enhance clinical decision-making and improve patient outcomes.

Symptoms and Causes

Acne vulgaris typically presents with a combination of open and closed comedones, inflammatory papules, pustules, nodules or cysts, most commonly affecting the face, chest, shoulders and upper back [5,6]. Seborrhea is frequently observed and may contribute to a greasy appearance of the skin [5]. Pruritus or burning sensations may occur in active inflammatory lesions, particularly in cases of acne excoriée, where scratching and manipulation lead to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and scarring [7,24]. Nodulocystic and conglobate variants may result in deep, painful lesions that can heal with hypertrophic or atrophic scars, significantly affecting self-esteem and social interaction [7,8].

Additional clinical features include macrocomedones, sinus tracts and keloidal scarring, particularly in severe or untreated cases [11]. Acne may also involve body sites influenced by mechanical or occupational factors, such as sports gear, occlusive clothing or cosmetic products, leading to acne mechanica or cosmetic-induced acne [19]. Persistent or late-onset acne in women often correlates with hormonal fluctuations, presenting as deep-seated, cyclical lesions along the jawline and chin [9,12].

Genetic predisposition plays a crucial role in acne development, with first-degree relatives of acne patients demonstrating a two- to fourfold increased risk [16]. Innate immune activation, particularly involving Toll-like receptor pathways and overexpression of cytokines such as IL-1β, IL-8, IL-17 and TNF-α, drives follicular inflammation and rupture, contributing to lesion progression [13,20]. Furthermore, Cutibacterium acnes biofilms enhance follicular colonization and inflammation [14]. Environmental and lifestyle factors including dietary patterns, stress, humidity and the use of comedogenic products can trigger or exacerbate lesions [17-19]. Thus, acne arises from a complex interaction of genetic, hormonal, microbial and environmental influences.

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence (AI), a rapidly advancing field within computer science, enables automated analysis of complex medical data to support clinical decision-making [7,23]. In dermatology, AI has demonstrated significant potential in enhancing diagnostic accuracy, minimizing interobserver variability, optimizing treatment selection and predicting therapeutic response [23,24]. Its integration with digital dermoscopy allows rapid processing of large datasets of cutaneous images, enabling consistent, objective assessment of skin lesions without relying solely on clinician expertise [24].

Unlike other inflammatory dermatoses, acne lesions exhibit considerable variability in morphology, distribution and severity, ranging from comedonal and inflammatory variants to nodulocystic or scarring phenotypes [5,6,11]. This heterogeneity can make grading and classification difficult, particularly in early, subclinical or treatment-modified presentations. Dermoscopy, a non-invasive imaging technique, offers enhanced visualization of follicular plugs, perifollicular erythema, vascular changes and pigmentary alterations, which may not be visible to the naked eye [25,26]. These dermoscopic features serve as high-quality inputs for AI-based image recognition models, enabling systems to differentiate between acne subtypes and distinguish acne from mimickers such as rosacea, folliculitis or perioral dermatitis [27].

By combining AI with dermoscopic evaluation, clinicians can achieve faster and more standardized acne severity assessment, reducing subjectivity in traditional grading scales such as GAGS or IGA [28]. Furthermore, AI-assisted dermoscopy may predict scarring potential, monitor treatment response and support personalized therapy selection, ultimately improving patient outcomes while streamlining clinical workflow [7,23,24].

Methods

Dataset Benchmarks

For the development of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) model for acne detection and severity assessment, a dataset comprising facial and truncal images from 87 subjects was compiled, including:

  1. Healthy controls with no active acne lesions
  2. Patients with clinically diagnosed acne vulgaris of varying severity

Each subject contributed standardized clinical photographs, dermoscopic images and metadata capturing relevant clinical indicators. All images were annotated independently by board-certified dermatologists, following standardized grading protocols such as the Global Acne Grading System (GAGS) and the Investigator’s Global Assessment (IGA) to ensure consistent labelling [28,29].

Input Parameters

The model incorporated six main input parameters derived from clinical and laboratory data:

  • Age: Patient’s chronological age (in years), reflecting known prevalence patterns in adolescents and adults [1,2]
  • Gender: Biological sex (Male/Female), given reported differences in adult female acne prevalence [9]
  • Disease Duration: Time since onset of acne or first noticeable lesion (years), relevant for distinguishing transient versus chronic or hormonal acne patterns [29]
  • Lesion Characteristics: Morphology, distribution and density of comedonal, inflammatory and nodulocystic lesions assessed via clinical and dermoscopic evaluation [5,26]
  • Acne Severity Score: Graded using GAGS, IGA or Leeds Acne Grading System, quantified by dermatologists [28,30]
  • Comorbidities: Presence of PCOS, seborrheic dermatitis, obesity or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation/scarring, which may influence lesion presentation [19,24]

The output of the AI model was categorical, representing:

  • 0: Healthy
  • 1: Psoriasis

Summary statistics for the dataset is presented in the given Table 1,2.

Age (years)

Gender (Male/Female)

Percentage (%)

1–5

12 Male

13.79

15 Female

17.24

5–15

13 Male

14.94

17 Female

19.54

15–25

9 Male

10.34

12 Female

13.79

25–30

4 Male

4.59

5 Female

5.74

TOTAL

38 Male / 49 Female

100%

Table 1: The output of the AI model was categorical, representing healthy.

 

Class 0 (Healthy)

Class 1 (Acne)

TOTAL

Training

19

43

62

Testing

7

18

25

TOTAL

26

61

87

Table 2: The output of the AI model was categorical, representing warts.

Model Development

This Python script is an end-to-end pipeline designed to replicate the methodology in your paper, “Artificial Intelligence–Assisted Dermoscopy for the Diagnosis of Acne Vulgaris”.

First, the script simulates a complete, realistic dataset because the paper’s private image data is unavailable. It generates a directory of dummy (random noise) images and an associated metadata file, precisely matching the paper’s dataset statistics: 87 total subjects, split into a 62-sample training set and a 25-sample test set, with “Healthy” and “Acne” classes.

The core of the script uses TensorFlow (Keras) to build a multi-modal deep learning model. This architecture is essential for combining the paper’s two different data types:

  1. CNN Arm (Images): A pre-trained MobileNetV2 Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) is used for transfer learning. This aligns with the paper’s mention of using CNNs and allows the model to process the visual features from dermoscopic images
  2. MLP Arm (Tabular): A standard “Artificial Neural Network” (ANN), as mentioned in the paper , processes the 6 patient metadata features (e.g., ‘Age’, ‘Gender’, ‘Acne Severity Score’). This tabular data is pre-processed using Scikit-learn’s StandardScaler and OneHotEncoder

The outputs from these two “arms” are concatenated (merged). This combined data is then passed to a final classifier, which makes the binary prediction: “Healthy” or “Acne”. (Note: The script uses “Acne” as Class 1, matching the table (Fig. 1-4).

Figure 1: Confusion Matrix.

 

Figure 2: ROC curve.

Figure 3: Acne Dataset.

Figure 4: Acne dataset split counts.

Results

For this study, an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) was developed to enable the automated dermoscopic diagnosis and severity grading of acne vulgaris. The ANN was trained on a curated dataset of dermoscopic images, each labeled by expert dermatologists according to standardized scoring systems such as GAGS and IGA [28,30]. Through supervised learning, the model learned to identify key acne-specific dermoscopic features including follicular keratin plugs, perifollicular erythema, inflammatory halos, vascular dilation and pigmented sequelae with high sensitivity and specificity [26].

The Evolving Role of AI in Psoriasis Diagnosis

This study reflects the growing adoption of deep learning frameworks, including Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), ANNs and hybrid attention-based models, for automated grading of acne severity and lesion classification [27,28,31]. These AI systems offer the potential to standardize acne severity scoring, which is traditionally limited by interobserver variability among clinicians and researchers [30]. Automated lesion quantification can facilitate early detection of worsening inflammatory activity, assist in treatment monitoring and support objective clinical decision-making [32,33].

Broader Applications of AI in Psoriasis Management

Given the multifactorial nature of acne, involving microbial dysbiosis, hormonal shifts, genetics and environmental contributors [13,17,19]. AI-assisted dermoscopic analysis may aid in differentiating acne subtypes (e.g., comedonal vs. inflammatory vs. nodulocystic) and predicting scarring potential [11,24]. By integrating image-derived features with patient metadata (e.g., sex, disease duration, hormonal markers), AI models can help stratify patients at risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, keloidal scarring or relapse, enabling more personalized therapy strategies [33,34]. Additionally, AI tools may reduce reliance on empirical treatment approaches, thereby improving cost-efficiency and minimizing unnecessary antibiotic use [32].

Clinical Utility and Future Directions

The utility of AI in acne extends beyond static diagnosis; predictive modelling may offer insights into treatment response trajectories, particularly for oral isotretinoin, hormonal therapy or energy-based devices [35]. Future systems may incorporate multimodal data sources, combining dermoscopic imaging, sebum analysis, hormonal profiling and patient-reported symptoms, to deliver fully individualized treatment roadmaps [36]. As AI continues to mature, integration into routine dermatology practice and teledermatology could significantly enhance access to care, particularly in resource-limited regions lacking dermatology specialists (Fig. 5-7) [37].

Figure 5: Clinical picture of lateral aspect of face showing acne vulgaris.

Figure 6: Polarised dermoscopy showing perifollicular erythema and inflammatory halos.

Figure 7: Ultraviolet dermoscopy showing yellowish/whitish follicular fluorescence.

Discussion

Acne vulgaris is a chronic, inflammatory disorder of the pilosebaceous unit, influenced by hormonal fluctuations, microbial colonization and environmental factors [13,17,19]. A key pathogenic mechanism involves immune dysregulation and aberrant inflammatory signalling, with elevated levels of IL-1β, IL-8 and TNF-α driving the formation of comedones, papules and pustules and in severe cases, nodulocystic lesions [38,39]. Cutibacterium acnes proliferation, along with androgen-mediated sebum overproduction, further amplifies inflammatory cascades and contributes to lesion persistence [40]. Genetic susceptibility including variants affecting innate immune pathways and sebaceous gland regulation also plays a role in determining acne onset and severity [12,18].

Accurate diagnosis of acne can be challenging in cases that overlap clinically with rosacea, folliculitis, periorificial dermatitis or steroid-induced eruptions [41,42]. Such ambiguity may lead to suboptimal treatment choices or unnecessary antibiotic exposure, particularly among less experienced clinicians [27,28]. Additionally, Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) and scarring risk are often underestimated during routine clinical evaluation, delaying preventive intervention [25,33].

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and deep learning models, such as attention-based convolutional networks and hybrid scoring architectures, offer promising solutions to these diagnostic challenges [27,31]. By analyzing dermoscopic images, AI systems can detect subtle follicular and vascular patterns including microcomedones, perifollicular erythema and vascular dilation that may not be apparent in standard clinical photographs [32,33]. Automated acne severity scoring based on validated indices (e.g., IGA, GAGS) helps reduce interobserver variability and enables consistent monitoring across visits [30,31].

Beyond lesion recognition, integrating AI with clinical metadata such as age, hormonal status and prior treatment history may enhance predictive modelling of flare risk, scarring potential and treatment response [34-36]. Such tools could support personalized acne management, allowing clinicians to escalate therapy preemptively in high-risk patients or minimize overtreatment in milder cases.

In summary, acne is a multifactorial inflammatory condition driven by immune dysregulation, microbial imbalance and individual predisposition [13,17,19]. The emergence of AI-powered dermoscopic analysis offers a practical pathway toward more accurate diagnosis, reduced clinical variability and improved long-term outcomes in acne care [27,31,34,37].

Conclusion

Acne vulgaris is a highly prevalent inflammatory skin disorder with considerable variability in lesion morphology and severity, making consistent diagnosis and grading difficult across clinical settings. This study demonstrates that Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs), particularly attention-based architectures, can successfully analyze dermoscopic images to differentiate acne-affected skin from healthy skin while providing automated severity scoring based on standardized grading systems. By minimizing interobserver variability and streamlining clinical assessment, AI has the potential to facilitate earlier intervention, optimize therapeutic decisions and improve longitudinal monitoring.

However, the current model is limited to binary classification acne versus non-acne skin. To enhance real-world applicability, future developments should incorporate multiclass prediction capable of distinguishing between comedonal, inflammatory, nodulocystic and post-inflammatory stages of acne. Additionally, integrating dermoscopic image features with patient metadata such as hormonal status, treatment history and scarring risk could strengthen predictive precision and support individualized management strategies.

In summary, expanding AI-driven dermoscopic analysis to encompass broader acne subtypes and contextual clinical information could substantially improve diagnostic consistency, reduce delays in treatment escalation and ultimately lead to improved patient outcomes. These advancements also offer the potential to relieve burden on dermatology services by enabling more efficient triage and remote assessment models.

Conflict of Interest

The authors declared no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship and/or publication of this article.

Financial Disclosure

This research did not receive any grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial or not-for-profit sectors.

Acknowledgment

Acknowledge those who provided support during the study.

Consent To Participate

The authors certify that they have obtained all appropriate patient consent.

Data Availability and Consent of Patient

Data is available for the journal. Informed consents were not necessary for this paper.

Author’s Contribution

All authors contributed equally in this paper.

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Mahajabeen Madarkar1*, D Purshotam B1, Muskan Jain2

1Professor and Head of the Dermatology Department, S R Patil Medical College, Badagandi, Bagalkot, India

2Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Jollygrant, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

*Correspondence author: Mahajabeen Madarkar, Associate Professor and Head of the Department, SR Patil Medical College, Badagandi, Bagalkot, India;
Email: mahajabeenmadarkar@gmail.com

Mahajabeen Madarkar1*, D Purshotam B1, Muskan Jain2

1Professor and Head of the Dermatology Department, S R Patil Medical College, Badagandi, Bagalkot, India

2Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Jollygrant, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

*Correspondence author: Mahajabeen Madarkar, Associate Professor and Head of the Department, SR Patil Medical College, Badagandi, Bagalkot, India;
Email: mahajabeenmadarkar@gmail.com

Copyright© 2025 by Madarkar M. All rights reserved. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.

Citation: Madarkar M, et al. Artificial Intelligence: Assisted Dermoscopy for the Diagnosis of Acne Vulgaris. Jour Clin Med Res. 2025;6(3):1-10.

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