Objectives
- Know the differential diagnosis of acne based on age and presentation and the workup that should be done to rule out other pathology
- Recognize the clinical findings associated with acne
- Plan the appropriate management of acne
- Know how to discuss management, treatment related side effects, and myths of acne with patients
- Know when to prescribe systemic antibiotics for acne and which antibiotics to use
- Know when to refer patients to Dermatology
Self-quiz:
- What physical exam findings should be documented when evaluating a patient with acne?
- In what age group is acne rare?
- What are the 4 factors involved in the pathogenesis of acne?
- What is the "pre-cursor" to acne?
- How should acne be categorized?
- Name two acne myths
- What OTC acne product has been shown to be one of the most safe and effective acne therapies?
- What topical acne treatment is not recommended as monotherapy?
- What are some side effects of doxycycline?
- What is one dietary change that may help acne?
Reviewed 5/2017
