Acne and Related Disorders — Flashcards

Flashcard 21: Is oily food a predisposing factor to acne?_____

Answer: No

Flashcard 22: What is the treatment of choice for moderate nodular acne?_____

Answer: Topical retinoid+oral antimicrobial+/-BPO

Flashcard 23: Rhinophyma is seen in _____ past middle age

Answer: men (sex)

Flashcard 24: What is the first-line (most appropriate) treatment for mild comedonal acne?

Answer: Topical retinoids (e.g., Adapalene, Tretinoin)

Extra: Topical retinoids are the first-line treatment for comedonal acne because they are potent comedolytic agents that normalize follicular keratinization. Azelaic acid is an alternative, particularly useful in pregnancy or for patients with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).