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Acne Fulminans

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Sudden onset of highly destructive inflammation, including systemic symptoms like fever and joint pain. Treat with oral steroids and isotretinoin under professional care.

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Nodule

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Large, painful, solid lesions lodged deep within the skin. Treat with oral antibiotics, isotretinoin, or corticosteroid injections.

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Papule

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Inflamed, red, tender bump without a head. Recommended treatments include gentle skincare, benzoyl peroxide, and avoiding picking or squeezing.

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Cyst

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Large, pus-filled lesions that are often painful and can cause scarring. Treatment includes isotretinoin, oral antibiotics, or drainage and surgical excision.

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Acne Mechanica

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Caused by heat, friction, and pressure on the skin, often from sports equipment. Treatment includes topical therapies and avoiding aggravating factors.

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Acne Rosacea

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Chronic condition characterized by redness, flushing, and pimple-like bumps on the face. Management includes avoiding triggers, topical medications, and sometimes oral antibiotics.

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Acne Cosmetica

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Acne caused by makeup, creams, or lotions that clog pores. Treat by switching to non-comedogenic products and gentle cleansing routines.

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Pustule

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Inflamed red circle with a white or yellow center filled with pus. Treatment involves benzoyl peroxide, antibiotic creams, or avoiding squeezing.

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Whitehead

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Closed comedo; a plugged follicle trapped beneath the skin surface. Treat with topical retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, or salicylic acid.

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Blackhead

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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.

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