TY  - CHAP
M1  - Book, Section
TI  - Chapter 80. Acne Vulgaris and Acneiform Eruptions
A1  - Zaenglein, Andrea L.
A1  - Graber, Emmy M.
A1  - Thiboutot, Diane M.
A2  - Goldsmith, Lowell A.
A2  - Katz, Stephen I.
A2  - Gilchrest, Barbara A.
A2  - Paller, Amy S.
A2  - Leffell, David J.
A2  - Wolff, Klaus
PY  - 2012
T2  - Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine, 8e
AB  - |PrintAcne  at  a  GlanceCommon  disorder  of  the  pilosebaceous  unit.Four  key  elements  of  pathogenesis:  (1)  follicular  epidermal  hyperproliferation,  (2)  excess  sebum  production,  (3)  inflammation,  and  (4)  the  presence  and  activity  of  Propionibacterium  acnes.Comedones,  papules,  pustules,  nodules  on  face,  chest,  and  back.Treatment  often  includes  combinations  of  oral  and  topical  agents  such  as  antimicrobials,  retinoids,  and  hormonal  agents.  Laser  and  light  sources  are  additional  treatment  options.Acne  variants  and  acneiform  eruptions  also  exist,  many  of  which  have  an  identifiable  and  reversible  etiology.  
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CY  - New York, NY
Y2  - 2024/04/19
UR  - accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=56046904
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