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Signs/Symptoms of Acne?
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whiteheads, blackheads, pustules, cysts, redness, inflammation, and crusting around the skin eruptions, scarring of the skin
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Causes of Acne?
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Propionibacterium acnes- pores in the skin become clogged
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Virulence of Acne?
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Lipase, inflammatory mediator
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Treatment of Acne?
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Mild, non-drying soap, antibiotics, Accutane for serious infections
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Transmission of Acne?
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Endogenous hormonal changes related to menstrual periods, pregnancy, birth control pills, or stress. Greasy or oily cosmetic and hair products. High levels of humidity and sweating.
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Complications of acne?
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Cysts, permanent facial scars, changes in skin color, damage to self esteem, confidence, personality, and social life. Side effects of drug Accutane exist.
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Signs/Symptoms of Impetigo?
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Skin lesion on the face or lips, or on the arms or legs, spreading to other areas. lesions begin as a cluster of tiny blisters which burst, followed by oozing and the formation of a thick honey-colored or brown colored crust firmly stuck to the skin
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Causes of Impetigo?
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Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes
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Virulence of Impetigo?
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Exofoliative toxin A, coagulase, Strepokinase, M protein
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Lab tests for Impetigo?
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A culture of the skin or mucosal lesion usually grows Streptococcus or Staphylococcus.
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Treatment for Impetigo?
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Oral or cream based antibiotics.
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Transmission of Impetigo?
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Contagious - avoid skin contact with drainage from impetigo lesions.
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Complications of Impetigo?
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Commonly spreads to other parts of the body. Children often have multiple patches. Systemic infection could lead to kidney failure (rare). Permanent skin damage or scarring (rare).
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Causes of Cellulitis?
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Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, or other bacteria
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Signs/Symptoms of Cellulitis?
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Localized skin redness or inflammation that increases in size as the infection spreads. Tight, glossy, appearance of the skin, pain or tenderness of the area, skin lesion or rash, sudden onset, rapid growth within the first 24 hours, and fever.
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