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Acne and Rosacea - ANSWER How would you describe Jim's skin exam? a. Mild comedonal acne without presence of scarring b. Mild inflammatory acne without comedones c. Moderate mixed comedonal and inflammatory acne with presence of scarring d. Moderate mixed comedonal and inflammatory acne without presence of scarring - ANSWERModerate mixed comedonal and inflammatory acne with presence of scarring Which of the following treatment regimens was most likely prescribed for Jim's acne? a. Isotretinoin 1mg/kg/day divided BID b. Minocycline 100mg po BID c. Tetracycline 500mg po once daily d. None of the above - ANSWERMinocycline 100mg po BID (can cause vestibular toxicity, manifested as dizziness, ataxia, nausea and vomiting) Which is (are) related to the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris? a. Androgens in the circulation b. Bacteria in the hair follicle c. Follicular plugging d. Sebum secretion e. All of the above - ANSWERAll of the above Which of the following agents are effective in treating acne vulgaris? a. Oral antibiotics b. Topical benzoyl peroxide c. Topical retinoid creams d. All of the above - ANSWERAll of the above Case 2 - ANSWERHPI: Ms. Garcia is a 22-year-old woman who was referred to the dermatology clinic for new onset acne PMH: no major illness or hospitalizations, no pregnancies Allergies: allergic to penicillin (rash) Medications: occasional multivitamin Family history: noncontributory Social history: lives in the city and attends college Health-related behaviors: gained 40 pounds over the past 4 years despite a healthy diet and exercise habits ROS: new upper lip and chin hair growth, irregular menstrual cycles since menarche, last period was 4 months ago Moderate comedonal and inflammatory acne of cheeks and jaw line. Also with scattered terminal hairs on the upper lip and lower chin. Hair loss noted on frontal and parietal scalp.