Acneiform/adnexal disorders Flashcards

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4 main causes of acne

A
  1. Follicular hyperkeratinization
  2. Increased sebum
  3. C. Acne
  4. Inflammation
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What meds trigger acne

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Topical/ systemic corticosteroids
Progesterone
Testosterone
Antidepressants
Anti seizure meds
Isoniazid
Anti cancer

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Treat a patient with open and closed comedones

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BPO, retinoids, clascoterone

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Treat a patient with open/closed comedones and inflammatory papules/pustules

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BPO, retinoids, antibiotic, dapsone, oral contraceptive and oral spironolactone

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Treating severe acne

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Isotretinoin

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6
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Isotretinoin dosing

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150-220mg/kg
Maintenance dose up to 2mg/kg/day

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Uncommon, occurs with explosive onset with accompanying sternal and clavicle pain

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Acne fulminans

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Pregnancy considerations for acne

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Category B- topical clinda, Azelaic acid, erythromycin
Category C topical BPO, dapsone
Category X topical tazarotene and oral isotretinoin

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