Acne Education and Treatments

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What is another name for closed comedones?

Blackheads
Pimples
Cysts
Whiteheads (correct)

Touching your face aggravates acne, therefore what education should be provided?

Use harsh scrubs to exfoliate daily
Avoid touching your face (correct)
Apply thick moisturizers frequently
Pop any pimples immediately

Which of the following is a medication that requires a pregnancy test before use?

Topical antibiotics
Acutane (correct)
Topical steroids
Oral contraceptives

Which treatment for acne is typically discouraged for topical use?

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Which of the following treatments might a doctor prescribe for acne?

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Flashcards

Acne (close comedones)

Acne, also known as close comedones, includes whiteheads and can affect body image.

Topical Acne Treatments

Medications applied directly to the skin to treat acne.

Oral Acne Treatments

Medications taken by mouth, such as antibiotics or oral contraceptives, to treat acne.

Acutane (Isotretinoin)

A strong oral medication, like isotretinoin, used for severe acne that requires a pregnancy test before use.

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Cleansing Products

Washing products aimed to treat acne.

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Study Notes

Acne is also known as close comedones, such as whiteheads.
Acne is self-limiting.
Acne can cause body image issues.
Acne can appear on the face and body.
Education for acne includes avoiding touching your face.
Pharmaceutical treatments include:

Pharmaceutical Treatments

Topical steriods (do NOT use oral steroids).
Topical or oral antibiotics.
Oral Contraceptives.
Acutane, which requires a pregnancy test.
Cleansing products.

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Acne, also known as close comedones like whiteheads, is a self-limiting condition but can cause body image issues. It typically appears on the face and body. Effective management includes education on avoiding touching the face and various pharmaceutical treatments.