title: Acne vulgaris, I: pathogenesis and diagnosis.
abstract: Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous units. It is a pleomorphic disorder with multifactorial pathogenesis. The many expressions of acne rarely present a diagnostic challenge, but correct classification of acne is crucial in choosing the appropriate therapies. Although previous research has provided a better understanding of the pathogenic factors, there is still a great deal to be learned.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn 11203, USA.
authors.forename: Steve S
authors.initials: SS
authors.lastname: Oberemok
authors.forename: Alan R
authors.initials: AR
authors.lastname: Shalita
mesh_terms: D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D012720:Severity of Illness Index