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[Acne fulminans].

B Sebök1, T Hrabovszky

  • 1Pécsi Orvostudományi Egyetem, Börgyógyászati Klinika.

Orvosi Hetilap
|August 5, 1990
PubMed
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Acne fulminans is a rare skin condition that can affect adolescents. This case study shows a 12-year-old boy with acne fulminans successfully treated with prednisolone and antibiotics.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Pediatric Medicine

Background:

  • Acne fulminans is an uncommon, severe variant of acne vulgaris.
  • It presents with sudden onset of inflammatory papules, pustules, and nodules, often accompanied by systemic symptoms.

Observation:

  • A 12-year-old male presented with typical clinical manifestations of acne fulminans.
  • The patient exhibited characteristic skin lesions and systemic signs consistent with the diagnosis.

Findings:

  • The patient’s acne fulminans demonstrated a positive response to a treatment regimen.
  • Therapeutic intervention included systemic corticosteroids (prednisolone) and broad-spectrum antibiotics.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the efficacy of combined prednisolone and antibiotic therapy for acne fulminans in pediatric patients.
  • Early diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for favorable outcomes in acne fulminans.
  • Further research into optimal treatment protocols for acne fulminans is warranted.