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Comedonal acne

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Causes : Triggered by factors like hormonal activity (DHT), decreased linoleate in sebum, inflammation, certain cosmetics, smoking, and dietary choices. Advanced Treatments : Oral medications for severe cases include hormonal therapy and isotretinoin, with surgical options for persistent comedones. 2011 Nov;4(11):20-1.

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Nodular Acne

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1] The development process of nodular acne begins with the clogging of hair follicles by excess oil (sebum) and dead skin cells. 3] For many years, oral antibiotics, mainly tetracyclines, have been the initial treatment choice for severe nodular acne, often resistant to other therapies. [3] This helps to minimize antibiotic resistance.

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Acne Nodulocystica (Nodular acne)

First Derm

1] The development process of nodular acne begins with the clogging of hair follicles by excess oil (sebum) and dead skin cells. 3] For many years, oral antibiotics, mainly tetracyclines, have been the initial treatment choice for severe nodular acne, often resistant to other therapies. [3] This helps to minimize antibiotic resistance.

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Demodex: Mites That Live On Your Skin

First Derm

Other areas affected by Demodex mites include areas with high sebum production. Folliculitis et perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens controlled with a combination therapy: systemic antibiosis (metronidazole plus clindamycin), dermatosurgical approach, and high-dose isotretinoin. Jimenez-Acosta, F., link] Tchernev G.

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