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What is the primary function of salicylic acid in acne treatment?
What is the primary function of salicylic acid in acne treatment?
Why is the use of resorcinol limited in acne treatment?
Why is the use of resorcinol limited in acne treatment?
Which topical agent is often used as a first-line therapy for mild acne due to its availability without a prescription?
Which topical agent is often used as a first-line therapy for mild acne due to its availability without a prescription?
What is the main function of topical retinoids in acne treatment?
What is the main function of topical retinoids in acne treatment?
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Which topical agent is less potent than benzoyl peroxide or topical retinoids in acne treatment?
Which topical agent is less potent than benzoyl peroxide or topical retinoids in acne treatment?
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What is the primary action of adapalene in acne treatment?
What is the primary action of adapalene in acne treatment?
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What is the main function of sebaceous glands in the context of acne vulgaris?
What is the main function of sebaceous glands in the context of acne vulgaris?
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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of a follicular plug in acne vulgaris?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of a follicular plug in acne vulgaris?
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Which topical treatment for acne vulgaris is known to cause increased skin cell turnover?
Which topical treatment for acne vulgaris is known to cause increased skin cell turnover?
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In acne vulgaris, what role do white blood cells play when attacking bacteria in the skin?
In acne vulgaris, what role do white blood cells play when attacking bacteria in the skin?
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Which component of acne vulgaris pathophysiology leads to the formation of macules and papules on the skin?
Which component of acne vulgaris pathophysiology leads to the formation of macules and papules on the skin?
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How does an increase in testosterone/androgen during adolescence contribute to acne vulgaris development?
How does an increase in testosterone/androgen during adolescence contribute to acne vulgaris development?
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What is the main reason behind the formation of a follicular plug in acne pathophysiology?
What is the main reason behind the formation of a follicular plug in acne pathophysiology?
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Which stage of acne progression involves the release of inflammatory mediators?
Which stage of acne progression involves the release of inflammatory mediators?
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Which substance is responsible for bacterial lipolysis of sebum triglycerides in acne pathophysiology?
Which substance is responsible for bacterial lipolysis of sebum triglycerides in acne pathophysiology?
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What contributes to the increase in sebaceous gland size and activity in acne pathophysiology?
What contributes to the increase in sebaceous gland size and activity in acne pathophysiology?
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Which stage involves the development of obstructed sebaceous follicles known as microcomedones?
Which stage involves the development of obstructed sebaceous follicles known as microcomedones?
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What is the characteristic feature of the final stage of pus formation in acne pathophysiology?
What is the characteristic feature of the final stage of pus formation in acne pathophysiology?
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