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BASICS
Description
- Acne vulgaris is a disorder of the pilosebaceous units. It is a chronic inflammatory dermatosis notable for open/closed comedones and inflammmatory lesions, including papules, pustules, or nodules.
- System(s) affected: Skin/Exocrine
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Geriatric Considerations
- Favre-Racouchot syndrome:
- Comedones on face and head due to sun exposure
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Pregnancy Considerations
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Pediatric Considerations
- Neonatal acne
- Infantile acne: Increased risk for severe teenage acne vulgaris
- Rare in ages 1–7 years:
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