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Key points of pustules: 1- pustules represent collections of __________. 2- Rule out _________ when you see pustules. 3- pustules can be ________. |
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neutrophils infection sterile |
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Comedones are the hallmark for ____. |
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Multifactorial causes of acne include: |
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androgens follicular obstruction Propionibacterium |
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steroid acne flat wart bacterial folliculitis rosacea adenoma sebaceum |
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Acne in the ________ is an intraepidermal intra________ collection of neutrophils. In the _______ acne is the result of occluded ___________ units with accumulation of keratin, sebum, and inflammatory cells. |
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epidermis intrafollicular dermis pilosebaceous |
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Topical treatment of acne is first line. Meds include benzoyl peroxides, __________ such as __________ and __________, and antibiotics such as ___________ and ___________. |
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retinoids tretinoin adapalene erithromycin clindamycin |
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Alternative treatment options for acne include systemic medications such as _________, isotretinoin, and __________ therapy. |
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For severe acne, treatment includes __________, which is a Vitamin __ analog. Side effects include _______ _____, dry skin, and increased plasma lipids. |
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isotretinoin A chapped lips |
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