Explore tens of thousands of sets crafted by our community.
Types of Acne
10
Flashcards
0/10
Whitehead
Closed comedo; a plugged follicle trapped beneath the skin surface. Treat with topical retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, or salicylic acid.
Blackhead
Open comedo; a clogged pore where the plug enlarges and pushes through the surface of the skin. Treat with salicylic acid, topical retinoids, or extraction by a professional.
Papule
Inflamed, red, tender bump without a head. Recommended treatments include gentle skincare, benzoyl peroxide, and avoiding picking or squeezing.
Pustule
Inflamed red circle with a white or yellow center filled with pus. Treatment involves benzoyl peroxide, antibiotic creams, or avoiding squeezing.
Nodule
Large, painful, solid lesions lodged deep within the skin. Treat with oral antibiotics, isotretinoin, or corticosteroid injections.
Cyst
Large, pus-filled lesions that are often painful and can cause scarring. Treatment includes isotretinoin, oral antibiotics, or drainage and surgical excision.
Acne Fulminans
Sudden onset of highly destructive inflammation, including systemic symptoms like fever and joint pain. Treat with oral steroids and isotretinoin under professional care.
Acne Mechanica
Caused by heat, friction, and pressure on the skin, often from sports equipment. Treatment includes topical therapies and avoiding aggravating factors.
Acne Cosmetica
Acne caused by makeup, creams, or lotions that clog pores. Treat by switching to non-comedogenic products and gentle cleansing routines.
Acne Rosacea
Chronic condition characterized by redness, flushing, and pimple-like bumps on the face. Management includes avoiding triggers, topical medications, and sometimes oral antibiotics.
© Hypatia.Tech. 2024 All rights reserved.