Acne: Types
Acne is a skin disorder that usually appears in adolescence and causes blackheads and pimples. Acne can leave scars and have psychological repercussions. Therefore, it is important to treat it early.
Types of Acne
Occasionally, acne vulgaris may present distintct variants.
- Acne Conglobata: Acne conglobata is a severe form of nodular acne that occurs more frequently in young males. It usually affects the back, chest, and buttocks, but may also appear on the face and other areas. It is characterized by large, draining lesions, sinus tracts, and severe scarring.
- Fulminant Acne: It is an acute condition characterized by nodules or plaques that may ulcerate, leading to erosions and ulcers.
- Acné Excoriée: It usually occurs with relatively mild comedones or inflammatory papules leading to erosions and scars. It occurs more commonly in young women. This condition may be associated with underlying psychiatric disorders, and the treatment may also include antidepressants and psychotherapy.
- Infantile Acne: It usually starts between the ages of three to six months and occurs due to the presence of high levels of androgens produced by the immature adrenal gland in girls, and the immature adrenal gland and testicles in boys. Androgen levels decrease between one and two years of age, which means an improvement of acne.
