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Acne Vulgaris Clinical Variants

Author: DermaGenex.com
March 15, 2008
  1. Acne conglobata
    • Severe form with confluent large cysts, abscesses, and draining sinus tracts
  2. Acne cosmetica
    • Low-grade form resulting from use of greasy, occlusive cosmetics and lotions
  3. Acne excoriée
    • Large ulcers and erosions caused by picking of minor lesions
  4. Acne mechanica
    • From repeated trauma and rubbing (e.g., wearing sports helmets, shoulder pads, or bras)
  5. Pomade acne
    • Caused by thick oils in hair
  6. Neonatal and infantile acne
    • Erythematous papules and pustules lasting 2-6 mo after birth
    • May signal severe acne later in life

References:

  1. Blackwell-Synergy.com - Acne Vulgaris Clinical Variants
  2. NIH.gov - Acne Vulgaris Clinical Variants
  3. DermaGenex.com - Acne Vulgaris Clinical Variants
  4. Elsevier.com - Acne Vulgaris Clinical Variants
  5. Nature.com - Acne Vulgaris Clinical Variants



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