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Dermatology: acne

Introduction
Signs and symptoms
Categories
Treatment options
Tips and self care
Red flags and when to refer

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There is no universal agreed scoring system for acne, but categorising symptoms as mild, moderate and severe can be helpful in the selection of appropriate treatment and monitoring of response:

  • Mild acne – predominately open and closed comedones with few inflammatory lesions
  • Moderate acne – more widespread with an increased number of inflammatory papules and pustules
  • Severe acne – widespread inflammatory papules, pustules and nodules or cysts. Scarring may be present.2

Dermatology: acne

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