RT Book, Section
A1 Goh, Carolyn
A1 Cheng, Carol
A1 Agak, George
A1 Zaenglein, Andrea L.
A1 Graber, Emmy M.
A1 Thiboutot, Diane M.
A1 Kim, Jenny
A2 Kang, Sewon
A2 Amagai, Masayuki
A2 Bruckner, Anna L.
A2 Enk, Alexander H.
A2 Margolis, David J.
A2 McMichael, Amy J.
A2 Orringer, Jeffrey S.
SR Print(0)
ID 1161325229
T1 Acne Vulgaris
T2 Fitzpatrick's Dermatology, 9e
YR 2019
FD 2019
PB McGraw-Hill Education
PP New York, NY
SN 9780071837798
LK accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1161325229
RD 2024/04/19
AB AT-A-GLANCEAcne  vulgaris  is  a  common  disorder  of  the  pilosebaceous  unit.There  are  four  key  elements  of  pathogenesis:  (1)  follicular  epidermal  hyperproliferation,  (2)  sebum  production,  (3)  the  presence  and  activity  of  Propionibacterium  acnes,  and  (4)  inflammation  and  immune  response.Clinical  features  include  comedones,  papules,  pustules,  and  nodules  on  the  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.