Acne CMS 250
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What are some potential sequelae of acne vulgaris?

  • Hypopigmentation and itching
  • Scarring and dyspigmentation (correct)
  • Hair loss and excessive sweating
  • Nail changes and bruising

    • Which of the following statements is true about the physical impacts of acne?

  • Acne has no physical impact, only psychological effects
  • Acne only affects the skin's surface with no deeper implications
  • Acne can lead to systemic inflammatory responses impacting internal organs (correct)
  • Acne cannot cause any scarring or permanent changes

    • Which of the following external factors can affect the development of acneiform eruptions?

  • Use of certain cosmetics or oily products (correct)
  • Diet high in fruits and vegetables
  • Excessive hydration
  • Regular exercise routine

    • Which of the following is NOT considered an acne variant or acneiform eruption?

    <p>Pityriasis rosea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can acne vulgaris impact quality of life psychologically?

    <p>By causing anxiety, depression, and social withdrawal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common complication associated with acne vulgaris?

    <p>Keloids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary physical impact of severe acne vulgaris?

    <p>Permanent scarring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of medications is known to potentially exacerbate acne vulgaris?

    <p>Corticosteroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the clinical presentation of acne variants, which type of lesion is characterized by a red, tender bump in the skin?

    <p>Nodule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can psychological stress impact the course of acne vulgaris?

    <p>Worsen acne severity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about acne scarring is true?

    <p>Nodules and cysts are more likely to cause acne scarring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following physical impacts can severe acne have on an individual?

    <p>Development of hypertrophic scars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used in the treatment of severe acne due to its anti-inflammatory properties?

    <p>Oral retinoids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the clinical presentation of a comedo?

    <p>A dilated hair follicle filled with keratin, bacteria, and sebum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can acne impact an individual psychologically?

    <p>Leading to social withdrawal and depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the prognosis of acne vulgaris is correct?

    <p>Acne vulgaris may persist throughout adulthood and lead to severe scarring if left untreated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does drug-induced acne differ from steroid acne?

    <p>Drug-induced acne is characterized by comedones, while steroid acne presents as papulopustules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does mild acne impact daily activities according to the given text?

    <p>Mild acne is associated with a significant impact on daily activities, emotions, and social activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication can cause acute generalized pustular eruptions without comedones according to the text?

    <p>Macrolides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do nodules impact the classification of Quality of Life as per the text?

    <p>The presence of nodules results in a classification of severe Quality of Life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rare skin disorder presents as a painful, ulcerating, and hemorrhagic form of acne with a very sudden onset?

    <p>Acne fulminans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes acne conglobata from acne fulminans?

    <p>Involvement of polyporous comedones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder involves patients with a conscious, repetitive, and uncontrollable desire to pick, scratch, or rub acne lesions?

    <p>Acne excoriée</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a rare autoinflammatory disorder characterized by pyoderma gangrenosum, acne, and hidradenitis suppurativa?

    <p>PASH syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group is mid-childhood acne typically seen in?

    <p>1-7 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of acne presents with tender, disfiguring, interconnecting comedones, cysts, inflammatory nodules, and deep burrowing abscesses in various body areas?

    <p>Acne conglobata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common distribution of mid-childhood acne lesions on the face?

    <p>Forehead, cheeks, and nose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder can manifest as acne as well as other dermatological issues?

    <p>Polycystic ovary syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common location for preadolescent acne lesions to appear?

    <p>'T-zone' (central forehead, nose, and lips)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered if acne is seen in children aged one to seven years according to the text?

    <p>Endocrine abnormality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common feature of acne vulgaris that can lead to scarring?

    <p>Purulent discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following physical impacts of acne is commonly associated with severe cases?

    <p>Permanent atrophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is known to be effective in treating acne vulgaris by decreasing sebum production?

    <p>Oral isotretinoin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following external factors can exacerbate acne vulgaris by increasing inflammation and worsening lesions?

    <p>High humidity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing clinical feature of acne conglobata compared to other acne variants?

    <p>Severe interconnected nodules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does acne dyspigmentation differ from post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation in terms of appearance?

    <p>Acne dyspigmentation appears as dark spots on the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which psychological impact of acne is commonly associated with feelings of embarrassment and social withdrawal?

    <p>Negative self-esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication for acne treatment has a potential side effect of photosensitivity?

    <p>Topical retinoids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do comedones differ from papules in the clinical presentation of acne?

    <p>Comedones are open lesions, while papules are closed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor can contribute to the development of nodules in severe cases of acne?

    <p>Hormonal imbalance leading to increased oiliness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skin disorder is characterized by the sudden onset of painful, ulcerating, and hemorrhagic form of acne?

    <p>Acne fulminans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Hidradenitis suppurativa from other skin conditions?

    <p>Ulceration in multiple body areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skin disorder is associated with a triad of pyoderma gangrenosum, acne, and hidradenitis suppurativa?

    <p>SAPHO syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skin condition can manifest with interconnecting comedones, cysts, inflammatory nodules, and deep burrowing abscesses in various body areas?

    <p>Acne conglobata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing symptom of nodulocystic acne?

    <p>Presence of painful nodules and cysts under the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes acne fulminans from other forms of severe acne?

    <p>It may or may not have systemic symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rare syndrome shares common pathophysiologic mechanisms involving immune system over-activation with acne vulgaris?

    <p>PAPA syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of nodulocystic acne compared to other severe acne variants?

    <p>Absence of polyporous comedones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT characterized by the presence of synovitis along with other symptoms?

    <p>PAPSH syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of acne fulminans and acne conglobata, what feature is unique to acne conglobata?

    <p>Formation of disfiguring, double or triple interconnecting comedones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of acne fulminans compared to other severe acne variants?

    <p>Rapid onset with systemic symptoms like fever and malaise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic feature of SAPHO syndrome?

    <p>Acne associated with pyoderma gangrenosum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Pyoderma gangrenosum from nodulocystic acne?

    <p>Painful, ulcerating, and hemorrhagic skin lesions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by the development of painful, deep abscesses in various body areas?

    <p>Hidradenitis suppurativa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing characteristic of nodulocystic acne compared to other severe acne forms?

    <p>Tender, disfiguring comedones and deep burrowing abscesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following skin disorders is characterized by its association with Pyoderma gangrenosum, acne, and hidradenitis suppurativa?

    <p>SAPHO syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Acne fulminans from other severe forms of acne?

    <p>Abrupt onset with systemic symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following skin lesions is commonly seen in Nodulocystic acne?

    <p>Nodules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skin disorder is known for its association with tender, disfiguring, interconnecting comedones, cysts, inflammatory nodules, and deep burrowing abscesses?

    <p>Hidradenitis suppurativa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which condition does the abrupt onset of severe acne present with systemic symptoms and a high risk of osteolytic lesions?

    <p>Acne fulminans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hallmark feature of acne fulminans compared to other severe forms of acne?

    <p>Rapidly evolving necrotic ulcerations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following bones is commonly affected in patients with SAPHO syndrome?

    <p>Clavicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of pyoderma gangrenosum that helps distinguish it from other skin conditions?

    <p>Punched-out ulcers with violaceous borders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following areas is most commonly affected by hidradenitis suppurativa?

    <p>Groin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In nodulocystic acne, what distinguishes nodules from cysts?

    <p>Depth within the skin layers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is characterized by the presence of severe, ulcerating acne lesions that can lead to systemic symptoms such as fever and joint pain?

    <p>Nodulocystic acne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a distinguishing clinical feature of acne fulminans compared to other severe acne variants?

    <p>Ulcerative acne lesions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of acne variants, what is a common dermatological feature seen in patients with SAPHO syndrome?

    <p>Interconnecting comedones and cysts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a rare autoinflammatory disorder characterized by pyoderma gangrenosum, acne, and hidradenitis suppurativa?

    <p>SAPHO syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes nodulocystic acne from other severe acne variants like acne conglobata?

    <p>Non-ulcerating nodules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What skin disorder is characterized by multiple, interconnected, fluctuating nodules, abscesses, and sinus tracts affecting the apocrine gland-bearing areas?

    <p>Acne conglobata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following skin conditions is characterized by sterile pustules and large, painful ulcers and is often associated with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis?

    <p>Hidradenitis suppurativa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rare autoinflammatory condition is characterized by the triad of pyoderma gangrenosum, acne, and sterile osteomyelitis?

    <p>SAPHO syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of acne, what is the primary difference between nodules and cysts?

    <p>Nodules are deeper in the skin compared to cysts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions involves rapid onset of painful ulcers that can lead to skin necrosis and is often associated with autoimmune diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease?

    <p>Pyoderma gangrenosum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms refers to a severe form of nodular acne characterized by widespread presence of interconnected nodules and draining sinus tracts?

    <p>Acne fulminans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition involves recurrent flares of inflammatory nodules and abscesses primarily in areas with apocrine glands like the axillae and groin?

    <p>Hidradenitis suppurativa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following skin manifestations can be a characteristic feature of SAPHO syndrome?

    <p><strong>Comedones</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Acne fulminans differ from Acne conglobata?

    <p><strong>Acne fulminans</strong>: Rapid onset with systemic symptoms; <strong>Acne conglobata</strong>: Less severe onset without systemic symptoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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