Chapter 6 Skin and the Integumentary System - Arkansas State ...
Chapter 6 Skin and the Integumentary System - Arkansas State ...
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Clinical Application<br />
Acne Vulgaris<br />
• most common skin disorder<br />
• sebum <strong>and</strong> epi<strong>the</strong>lial cells clog gl<strong>and</strong>s<br />
• produces whiteheads <strong>and</strong> blackheads (comedones)<br />
• anaerobic bacteria trigger inflammation (pimple)<br />
• largely hormonally induced<br />
• <strong>and</strong>rogens stimulate sebum production<br />
• treatments include antibiotics, topical creams, birth control pills
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