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The skin conditions that mimic acne are: Rosacea This skin condition is very similar to acne as depicted by pimples in the middle of the face with redness, flushing and even superficial blood vessels. This is a skin ailment that interferes with the lives of people in their 30's and 40's and in some cases even older. In some instances, telling Rosacea from acne is almost impossible. There will not be whiteheaded pimples or blackheads when someone has Rosacea. Pseudofolliculitis This condition is caused by shaving as it is also called "razor bumps or razor rash" As the razor blade slides across the skin cutting the hair close to the skin, curly hairs bend under the skin and cause pimples. Since this condition is not cause by bacteria thus making it a mechanical problem this calls for shaving less and looking for alternative ways to trimming facial and neck hair. It is possible for people with acne to also have Pseudofolliculitis. Folliculitis Pimples occur not only on the face but on your chest, back, legs, even the buttocks. These are inflamed follicles and are not signs of acne. To solve this skin condition "if the inflamed follicles do not go away on their own" see a dermatologist where antibiotics can be prescribed, usually different antibiotics than prescribed for acne. Gram-Negative Folliculitis This condition is found within those patients who have been on antibiotics for long periods of time. What takes place is that pustules filled with bacteria have become resistant to the antibiotics used for treatment in the past. To determine which antibiotics will be right for your case a dermatologist should be sought that will be able to run a culture test. Pyoderma Faciale This skin disorder is also called rosacea fulmimians. This is acute with onset and most commonly affects younger to middle aged females with or without prior existing skin disorders. The depiction for this condition is large erythemayous papules and pustules with nodules. Comedones (blackheads) are absent. The tranquil skin is uninvolved and there are no systemic symptoms. Condition Treatment: A dermatologist will start you on a systemic corticosteroid regimen for a month before taking the next step which is using Isotretinoin. The average dose is between 120-150mg/kg. When beginning the use of Isotretinoin, the continuous use of corticosteroids should be slowly tapered as you continue through the course of treatment. Pityrosporum Folliculitis (Malassezia Folliculitis) Traditionally found upon the chest and back also mimics truncal vulgaris. Inflamed pustules are present as there are no comedones or nodules present, however the lesions may give a sensation to itch. Through KOH examinations; the presences of yeast and hyphal structures of Malassezzia furfur are found. To properly identify the contents of yeast in the follicle. A dermatologist would suggest a topical treatment with the use of selenium sulfide and or azole agents could be affective as well. In such a case whereas the topical regiment fails, a systemic itraconazole or ketoconazole could be used. Demodex Folliculitis With this skin condition, mites are present in an average skin biopsy and could cause an inflammatory reaction with folliculitis in some cases. This is a skin situation that the elderly in particular have to content with unlike acne vulgaris. Follicular papules and pustules will likely be located around the face near the hair line and are commonly itchy. Comedones (blackheads) will not be present. You now realize the importance of confirming a skin condition because there are multiple skin conditions that mimic acne. It is important to know so the proper treatment can be followed.
Article Source: http://www.bharatbhasha.net Article Url: http://www.bharatbhasha.net/health.php/258570 Article Added on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 LD
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