Acne Vulgaris

Acne vulgaris is chronic inflammatory disease of pilosebaceous units, presenting with comedones/papules/pustules/nodules/cysts on face/chest/back, in adolescents/adults. Treatment: mild: topical retinoids (adapalene/tretinoin) + benzoyl peroxide; moderate: add topical/oral antibiotics (doxycycline/minocycline); hormonal therapy (combined OCP/spironolactone) for adult women; severe nodulocystic: oral isotretinoin (teratogenic, monitor lipids/LFTs/pregnancy); physical treatments (extraction/intralesional steroids/chemical peels/laser for scarring); gentle skin care; avoid picking; low-glycemic diet; follow-up dermatology; monitor depression/IBD with isotretinoin.

Common Symptoms

Comedones/papules/pustules/nodules/cysts; face/chest/back; adolescents

Causes and Pathogenesis

Follicular hyperkeratinization + Cutibacterium acnes + sebum + inflammation cause acne.

Treatment

Topical retinoids/BPO/antibiotics; oral antibiotics/isotretinoin/hormonal

Preventive Measures

Gentle cleansing; non-comedogenic products; low-glycemic diet; avoid picking.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Dermatology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.