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About the symptom
Acne vulgaris is a skin condition that occurs when hair follicles are blocked with dead skin cells, bacteria, and oil (sebum). It is more commonly known as acne -- the presence of blackheads, whiteheads, and other types of pimples on the skin.
When to see a doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Abnormal menstruation
Difficulty breathing / breathlessness
Fever
Chest tightness
Edema
Chest pain
Possible causes
- Keratosis Pilaris
Also known as chicken skin, it is characterized by rough patches and small, acne-like bumps on the skin. It occurs when there is excessive keratin production in the skin and is commonly seen on arms, thighs, cheeks, and buttocks.
- Urticaria
An itchy, allergic rash with red bumps, also known as "hives". The causes are broad, ranging from foods and medications to viral infections and bee stings. In most cases, the rash disappears within 24 hours, however medical attention is needed if there is facial swelling or breathlessness.
- Epidermoid cyst
Also called sebaceous cysts, these harmless bumps under the skin are more common in men. They can be caused by skin irritation, injury, or surgery.
- Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
- Cushing syndrome
- Acne vulgaris(acne)
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
- Behcet's disease
- Lymphangioleiomyomatosis
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
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Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Do you have acne?
Do you have a fever?
Do you have itchy skin?
Do you have any pain or tingling in the affected areas of the skin?
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Reviewed By:
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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