title: Isotretinoin in acne agminata.
abstract: Acne agminata is an asymptomatic papulopustular eruption. This condition typically occurs in young adults. The eruption generally runs a self-limited course, but disfiguring scars can occur. Histological examination shows scattered dermal granulomas composed of epitheloid and some giant cells with central caseation. A variety of agents such as wide-spectrum antibiotics, oral steroids, dapsone, and clofazimine have been used with varying degrees of success. Herein, we report 2 Caucasian males with acne agminata, successfully treated with isotretinoin.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology, Razi Hospital, Medical Sciences/University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
authors.forename: Maryam
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Daneshpazhooh
authors.forename: Amirhoushang
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Ehsani
authors.forename: Siavash
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Toosi
authors.forename: Reza M
authors.initials: RM
authors.lastname: Robati
mesh_terms: D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000473:pathology; D000328:Adult; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D015474:Isotretinoin / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D008297:Male
chemical_list: D003879:Dermatologic Agents; D015474:Isotretinoin