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True or false: The skin is the smallest organ of the body.
False
True or false: The skin constitutes about 15-20% of the body's total mass.
True
True or false: Histology is the study of the microscopic anatomy of cells and tissues.
True
True or false: The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin.
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True or false: The dermis contains blood vessels, nerve endings, and hair follicles.
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True or false: Subcutaneous tissue is also known as hypodermis.
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What is the main function of the epidermis?
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Which protein within the cells of the epidermis protects the skin from harmful substances?
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What gives skin its color?
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What is the primary composition of the dermis?
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What is the primary cellular component of the epidermis?
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How much does the epidermis thickness vary according to location?
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What is the more superficial layer of the dermis composed of?
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Which layer of the dermis is relatively thick and composed of dense irregular connective tissue?
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What type of tissue lies immediately beneath the epidermis?
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What is a characteristic of healthy skin?
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What is the texture of healthy skin?
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What reaction does healthy skin show?
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Which type of skin is characterized by excessive sebum production?
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Which type of skin is prone to redness, itching, and burning sensations?
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Which type of skin has a balanced oil and moisture content?
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What is the texture of normal skin?
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Which age group is normal skin often found in?
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What is the characteristic of sebum production in normal skin?
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True or false: Dry skin is characterized by a lack of moisture in its corneous layer, resulting in tightness and flaking?
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True or false: Dry skin may lack elasticity, with accentuated fine lines and wrinkles?
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True or false: Itching and burning may occur in more severe cases of dry skin?
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What can trigger dry skin?
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What is a natural consequence of the ageing process related to dry skin?
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What are the signs of extremely dry skin?
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What is a characteristic of oily skin?
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Who does oily skin predominantly affect?
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What is a common issue associated with oily skin?
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What is the main characteristic of combination skin?
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What is the primary challenge with combination skin?
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Which facial area tends toward dryness in mixed facial skin?
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What is sensitive skin primarily considered to be?
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What is the most common area affected by sensitive skin?
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What may be a cause for sensitive skin?
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What is a common consequence of the slowing down of sebum production in mature skin?
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In women, what hormonal change during menopause causes various changes to their skin type?
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What is a common characteristic of mature skin experiencing the shifting balance of hormones with menopause?
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What skin issue may women experience due to hormonal changes during menopause?
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What is a common problem related to sun exposure in mature individuals?
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Why is it important to consider different skin care regimens for persons over 40?
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What is a common issue associated with mature skin after menopause?
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What is a potential problem for individuals with a long history of sun exposure?
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Why is it necessary to consider different skin care regimens for persons over 40?
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True or false: Women's skin may become more sensitive to sun damage and weather extremes after menopause?
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True or false: Hyperpigmentation is a common problem in persons with a long history of sun exposure?
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True or false: Different skin care regimens may be necessary for persons over 40 due to varying skin issues?
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What type of toner is recommended for oily skin in the daily routine?
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Why is it important to moisturize oily skin in the daily routine?
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Which type of sunscreen is recommended for oily skin in the daily routine?
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Is gel cleansing preferred for oily skin due to its deep cleansing and decongesting properties?
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Is it important to choose a water-based light cream for oily skin to prevent clogged pores?
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Is alcohol-free toner with gentle exfoliating action recommended for oily skin in the daily routine?
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What is the primary function of lymph in the skin?
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Which blood vessels reach hair, hair follicles, and skin glands?
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What supplies nutrients to the skin?
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What do motor nerves carry impulses from and to?
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What do sensory nerve fibers react to?
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What do secretory nerve fibers regulate?
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What is the primary determinant of differences in skin and hair color?
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Which type of melanin is present in the skin and hair of dark-colored persons?
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What type of melanin is present in the skin and hair of light-colored persons?
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What is the primary determinant of skin color?
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What determines the color of one's skin?
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What distinguishes melanosomes in dark skin from those in lighter skin?
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What provides skin its elasticity?
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Which fibers lessen in supply with age?
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What do nerves in the dermis sense?
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What is the primary role of elastin in the skin?
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What happens to collagen and elastin levels over time?
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What is the primary consequence of diminished levels of collagen in the skin?
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What is the primary function of the epidermis?
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What is the primary determinant of skin color?
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What is the primary role of elastin in the skin?
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Water and the skin comprises 50% to 70% of body weight to maintain the health of cells, help in the elimination of toxins and waste, and help regulate body temperature.
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Water makes up 50-70% of body weight.
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Water does not help in the elimination of toxins and waste.
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Which fatty acids are found in Shea butter?
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What component of tea tree oil gives it an antibacterial effect?
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In which type of skin is tea tree oil especially recommended for use in face creams?
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According to the FDCA, which of the following is NOT considered a cosmetic?
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Which of the following actions would classify a product as a cosmetic under the FDCA?
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Which of the following product applications would NOT be considered falling under the jurisdiction of the FDA as a cosmetic?
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What is the primary definition of drugs according to the text?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the definition of drugs?
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According to the definition, which of the following is NOT considered a drug?
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What is a consideration regarding the blend of cosmetic ingredients remaining on the skin surface?
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What is largely unknown about the nature of sensitizing photoproducts used in cosmetics?
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What does the text suggest about the belief that a combination of safe ingredients should yield a safe cosmetic?
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Which of the following is considered a cosmetic according to FDA regulations?
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Which of the following is categorized as a cosmetic by the FDA?
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Which of the following products is classified as a cosmetic by the FDA?
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Which of the following falls under the category of cosmetics as per FDA regulations?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a cosmetic as per the FDA regulations?
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What is the primary consequence of diminished levels of collagen in the skin?
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Which layer of the dermis is relatively thick and composed of dense irregular connective tissue?
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What is the primary regulatory obligation for products represented as drugs?
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When is a product considered a drug?
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What must a product comply with if it is intended for both cosmetic and drug uses?
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What is a product considered if it is intended to affect the body's structure or function?
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Which product category bears a much heavier regulatory obligation than cosmetics?
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Under what condition can cosmetics be placed on the U.S. market without premarket clearance?
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Why is testing of cosmetic products not compulsory?
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Which organization's methods are followed for testing most ingredients used in cosmetics?
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Which types of ingredients need approval prior to their inclusion in cosmetic formulations?
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True or false: The toxicological profile of the finished product may change according to the interaction between the ingredients?
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True or false: As a result, the industry may require additional information on the product?
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True or false: Water does not help in the elimination of toxins and waste?
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Who is responsible for regulating cosmetics after they are released to the marketplace?
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When are cosmetic products or cosmetic ingredients reviewed or approved by FDA?
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What is the primary regulatory body for cosmetics in the United States?
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What does the FDA strongly urge cosmetic manufacturers to do regarding safety testing?
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Why does the FDA believe the use of animals remains necessary for cosmetic safety?
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What does the Animal Testing Law specifically mandate regarding animal testing for cosmetic safety?
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What must the label of a cosmetic product without substantiated safety read?
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What can the FDA not require companies to do before marketing their cosmetic products?
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Under what condition can cosmetics be placed on the U.S. market without premarket clearance?
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What authority does the FDA not have in relation to cosmetic establishments?
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How do companies participate in the FDA's voluntary data collection program for cosmetics?
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What is the primary approach for companies to share data with the FDA under the voluntary data collection program?
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What is the FDA permitted to do in the case of cosmetic recalls?
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Under what circumstances must the FDA prove in a court of law to remove a cosmetic product from the market?
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What is the primary requirement for FDA to take action against a cosmetic product?
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What is one of the ways FDA collects cosmetic product samples?
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Who ensures the removal of adulterated and misbranded cosmetics from the market?
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What is required of domestic and foreign manufacturers regarding regulations?
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According to the Labeling Cosmetics Regulations, how should ingredients be listed on product labels?
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Where is an ingredient like water typically found in a product's ingredient listing?
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Where are color additives and fragrances, used in small amounts, usually seen in the ingredient listing?
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Which products are not required to include the ingredient declaration?
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What must cosmetic products intended for home use comply with?
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What is the primary focus of cosmetic ingredient declaration regulations?
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Which regulatory body has authority over unfair and deceptive advertising in magazines, newspapers, or on television?
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Where does the authority for regulating labeling on cosmetic products primarily lie?
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Which entity oversees the safety of cosmetic products intended for home use?
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What is puffery in the context of cosmetic promotion?
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What ingredient was claimed to provide a 'face lift without surgery' in a lotion?
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What does the term 'puffery' imply in the marketing of cosmetic products?
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Which of the following were historically used by cosmetic manufacturers as gimmick additives?
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What type of extracts were historically used by cosmetic manufacturers as gimmick additives?
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Which of the following were historically used by cosmetic manufacturers as gimmick additives for skin tightening?
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Which type of claim would require a cosmetic product to be regulated as a drug?
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What is the regulatory requirement for cosmetic claims?
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What distinguishes the regulation of a cosmetic product from that of a drug?
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What does the term 'alcohol free' refer to in cosmetic labeling?
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Why must ethyl alcohol in cosmetics contain an added substance to make it undrinkable?
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What does the term 'alcohol' used by itself in cosmetic labeling specifically refer to?
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What does the term 'hypoallergenic' mean in the context of cosmetic products?
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What is required for cosmetics labeled as hypoallergenic before being marketed in the US?
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How are manufacturers able to define the term 'hypoallergenic' for their cosmetic products?
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Which of the following products are considered to be drugs and must comply with both the drug and cosmetic provisions of the law?
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What is the primary characteristic of cosmeceuticals?
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Which of the following is an example of a product that falls under the category of cosmeceuticals?
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What percentage of the U.S. population is expected to develop some form of acne during their lifetime?
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At what stage do acne symptoms occur?
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What has recent studies linked even mild acne with?
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What is the most common cutaneous disorder?
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What percentage of the U.S. population is expected to develop some form of acne during their lifetime?
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What are the symptoms of acne linked with in recent studies?
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Acne primarily affects teenagers and young adults.
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Acne vulgaris is the most common cutaneous disorder.
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Darker skinned patients are at increased risk for developing post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and keloids.
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Acne vulgaris is characterized by the formation of inflammatory and noninflammatory lesions of the hair follicles and/or sebaceous glands
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Acne vulgaris is not a common skin condition
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The public generally accepts acne vulgaris as common acne
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Acne is characterized by inflammation of the pilosebaceous units caused by the interplay of four key factors: excessive sebum secretion, hyperkeratinisation, colonization of Propionibacterium acnes, and inflammation
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Excessive sebum secretion is not a key factor in the pathogenesis of acne
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Inflammation does not play a role in the pathogenesis of acne
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What are the key factors in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris?
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What is the opportunistic pathogen associated with acne vulgaris?
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What does acne vulgaris primarily affect?
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Which type of lesions may be categorized as noninflammatory?
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What are the manifestations of inflammatory lesions?
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What is the likely outcome if open comedones are left alone?
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What leads to changes in the follicular epithelium and promotes comedones?
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What is associated with premenstrual flares of acne and breakouts during pregnancy?
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What creates conditions to promote comedogenesis by metabolizing sebum into more irritating glycerides and fatty acids?
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What is one of the main factors that cause acne?
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What can clog hair follicles and contribute to the development of acne?
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What contributes to excess activity of a type of hormone linked to acne?
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What hormone increases during puberty and causes the sebaceous glands to enlarge and produce more sebum?
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Which of the following hormonal changes can affect sebum production?
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Which of the following medications can aggravate acne?
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What dietary factor has been indicated to worsen acne?
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Which food type has been linked to a worsening of acne symptoms?
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What has been suspected of making acne worse?
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What dietary factor has been indicated to worsen acne?
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Which of the following foods has been linked to worsening of acne symptoms?
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What has long been suspected of making acne worse?
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What does the text suggest about the effect of greasy foods on acne?
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What is the text's stance on the relationship between cosmetics and acne?
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What does the text suggest about the relationship between hygiene and acne?
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Which age group is most commonly affected by acne?
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What role does genetics play in the development of acne?
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Which factor does NOT cause acne but may worsen an existing condition?
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White heads remain under the skin and are very small: true
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Blackheads clearly visible, they are black and appear on the surface of the skin: true
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Blackhead is not caused by dirt: true
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What distinguishes pustules from nodules in acne?
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What distinguishes cysts from pustules in acne?
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What happens when follicles rupture into surrounding tissues in acne?
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What is the typical duration of a therapy course for acne using current treatments?
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Which type of products are the current treatments for acne limited to?
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Can acne be cured with the available topical technologies today?
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What type of medications are allowed for over the counter sale and treatment of mild acne in the United States?
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Where can over the counter medications for mild acne be purchased?
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What percentage of people who get acne will develop mild acne?
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What is the primary role of sulfur in OTC active products?
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What has sulfur been shown to be in terms of comedogenicity?
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What is believed to be sulfur's mechanism of action?
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What is the primary function of resorcinol in treating acne?
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In addition to treating acne, what other skin conditions is resorcinol used for?
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What is the characteristic feature of the combination of sulfur and resorcinol in acne treatment?
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Is benzoyl peroxide a topical antiacne drug?
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Does benzoyl peroxide work by reducing the amount of acne causing bacteria and causing the skin to dry and peel?
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Benzoyl peroxide has been widely used for about 30 years
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