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Acne Vulgaris Flashcards

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1
Q

What is acne vulgaris?

A

Inflammatory skin condition

Obstruction of pilosebaceous follicles with

  • altered sebum
  • bacteria
  • cellular debris
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What are the features of acne?

A 
Open + closed comedones 
Papules 
Pustules 
Increased sebum production 
Bacterial colonisation
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What are open comedones also known as?

A

Blackheads

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What are closed comedones also known as?

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Whiteheads

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5
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What bacteria colonises in acne?

A

Propionibacterium acnes

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Where does acne typically effect?

A

Face
Neck
Upper trunk

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What is mild acne?

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Open + closed comedones

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What is moderate acne?

A

Open + closed comedones
Papules
Pustules

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What is severe acne?

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Open + closed comedones
Papules 
Pustules
Nodules 
Scarring/pitting
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10
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What is the conservative management for acne?

A

Advice
Use fragrance free cleaners
Avoid over cleansing
Avoid picking/squeezing spots

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What is the medical management for acne?

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Topical retinoid
Benzoyl peroxide
COCP

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What are the effects of topical retinoids?

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Anti-inflammatory

Comedolytic

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What are the effects of benzoyl peroxide?

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Anti-inflammatory
Comedolytic
Anti-microbial

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Who should retinoids be avoided in?

A

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

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What treatment for acne is given in secondary care for acne?

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Oral retinoids (Accutane)

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What are the side effects of oral retinoids?

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Dry skin 
Low mood 
Raised triglycerides
Epistaxis 
Photosensitivity 
Joint pain
17
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What advice should be given to women on oral retinoids?

A

Use double contraception

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