Skin Diseases

Question 0

How do you treat Acne Vulgaris?

Answer 0

Reduce bacterial count, decrease sebaceous gland activity, prevent the follicle from becoming inflamed. Orally administered antibiotics and antibacterial solution applied to the skin.

Question 1

What is Acne Vulgaris?

Answer 1

An inflammatory disease of sebaceous glands and hair follicles. Characterized by comedomes, papules, and pustules.

Question 2

What are the signs and symptoms of Acne Vulgaris?

Answer 2

Open or closed comedomes, rupture of the acne plug, inflammation, and acne postures; scars of chronic irritation continues over time.

Question 3

What are the diagnostic procedures to diagnose Acne Vulgaris?

Answer 3

Medical history and observation of the lesions

Question 4

What is urticaria?

Answer 4

Raised localized area of skin. Inflammatory reaction. Frequently follows ingestion of certain foods or allergic reactions to insect stings or sunlight exposure.

Question 5

What are the signs and symptoms of urticaria?

Answer 5

Pale raised wheals on the skin possibly surrounded by erythema; intense itching

Question 6

What is the treatment of urticaria (hives)?

Answer 6

Antihistamines (benedryl) epinephrine, hydrocortisone creams and lotions.