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Acne fulminans, a severe variant of inflammatory acne, can present with systemic symptoms and requires prompt, aggressive treatment. This case study outlines a successful treatment approach with oral glucocorticoids, isotretinoin, and topical antimicrobials.

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In Utah, any licensed physician with some general surgical or plastic surgery training can perform cosmetic plastic surgery, regardless of board certification status.

A prospective intervention study found that 98.3% of acne patients showed an omega-3 fatty acid deficiency at baseline, with improvements in skin appearance reported after 16 weeks of supplementation.