acne
IPA: ˈækni
noun
- (pathology) A skin condition, usually of the face, that is common in adolescents. It is characterised by red pimples, and is caused by the inflammation of sebaceous glands through bacterial infection.
- A pattern of blemishes in an area of skin resulting from the skin condition.
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Examples of "acne" in Sentences
- Acne is caused by blockage of the pores.
- The tendency to develop acne runs in families.
- Acne begins as pain and inflammation in the joints.
- The topical gel is effective in the treatment of acne.
- The Acne vulgaris describes the etymology quite differently.
- An imbalance of defensins in the skin may contribute to acne.
- Acne fulminans begins as pain and inflammation in the joints.
- The most common treatment is the acne medication isotretinoin.
- Adapalene is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris.
- The oil relieves the symptoms of dry skin, psoriasis, eczema and acne.
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