Acne Flashcards
1
Q
What is the treatment for acne rosacea?
A
Topical metronidazole
Oral oxytetracycline
2
Q
What bacteria contributes to the development of acne?
A
Propionibacterium acnes. This is an anaerobic rod
3
Q
What antibiotics are used in acne? Why?
A
Tetracyclines, macrolides or trimethoprim. The bacteria responsible for acne are propionibacterium acnes which are anaerobic rods. For this reason traditional beta lactam rods are not effective
4
Q
Describe the treatment pathway for acne vulgaris
A
- Simple topical therapy (retinoids, benzyl peroxide)
- Topical combination therapy
- Oral antibiotics
- Oral isoretinoin
5
Q
What treatment is good for prominent telengiectasia is acne roasacea?
A
Laser therapy
