Acne & Rosacea Flashcards
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mild acne vulgaris
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Moderate acne vulgaris
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severe acne vulgaris
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persistent erythema (rosacea)
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erythematotelangiectatic rosacea
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papulopustular rosacea
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phymatous rosacea
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ocular rosacea
Common treatments for mild, moderate, severe acne vulgaris
combination treatments of
- topical retinoids
- benzoyl peroxide
- topical antibiotics
- oral antibiotics
- azelaic acid/salicylic acid
- oral contraceptives/hormonals
- oral isotretinoin
clinical presentation of acne vulgaris
comedones, papules, pustules, erythematous, oily T zones, scarring can happen, chest back and face involvement in severe
clinical presentation of rosacea
- central face
- erythema
- flushing
- telangiectasia
- inflammation
- papules/pustules
- peau d’orange
- nodulary in phymatous
treatment for rosacea
- cooling
- laser therapy
- intense pulse light therapy
- avoid triggers
- topical ivermectin
- metronidazole
- azelaic acid
- niacinamide adjunct
- tetracycline/doxy for severe cases
- low dose isotretinoin for severe cases
etiology of acne vulgaris
gradual onset around puberty, aggravated by hormones, can be medication induced
etiology of rosacea
chronic hyperplasia of connective tissue, genetic predisposition, dysregulation of immune/neurovascular system
onest in women: 40s
onset in men: 50s
