Acne is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, often becoming infected with bacteria and producing pimples, blackheads, and, in more severe cases, deeper cysts. It is most common during adolescence, driven substantially by hormonal changes, though it can persist into or begin in adulthood. Severe cases can leave permanent scarring.
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Classification
ICD-10 ChapterXII: Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue 1 Communicable or Non-communicable Transmission Route Connections
Treated By
Source Clearasil (Wikipedia)
Source Collagen induction therapy (Wikipedia)
Source Comedo extraction (Wikipedia)
Source Proactiv (Wikipedia)
Sources
1. Wikipedia: ICD-10
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Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
2. Acne (Wikipedia)
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Susceptibility to acne is primarily genetic in 80% of cases.
Collagen induction therapy (Wikipedia)
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It is a technique for which research is ongoing, but has been used for a number of skin problems including scarring and acne.
Comedo extraction (Wikipedia)
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Comedo extraction is a widely used method of treatment for acne vulgaris.
Proactiv (Wikipedia)
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The range includes moisturizers, body washes and treatment products, but the brand is known for its three-step anti-acne Solutions 3-step routine consisting of a BPO cleanser, glycolic toner and treatment lotion.
Clearasil (Wikipedia)
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Clearasil is an American brand of skin care and acne medication, whose products contain chiefly benzoyl peroxide, sulfur and resorcinol, triclosan, or salicylic acid as active ingredients.
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