Acne fulminans

Acne fulminans is a unique type of acne that presents acutely and dramatically with fever, weight loss and papulopustular lesions that are highly inflamed, tender and, eventually, ulcerative. These lesions occur on the face, torso and upper extremities. Musculoskeletal symptoms and hematologic manifestations frequently accompany this disorder. Acne fulminans in a 13-year-old boy was effectively treated with isotretinoin, prednisone and minocycline.