Ep 3: Acne Pathogenesis, Clinical Features, Variants, and Topical Management
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Send us Fan Mail Acne Boot Camp: Pathogenesis, Clinical Evaluation, Variants, Mimickers & First-Line Topicals | The Derm Resident Hosts Dr. Jonny Hatch and Dr. Deven Curtis introduce The Derm Resident and begin an acne “boot camp” covering high-yield basics for clinic and boards. They review acne’s etymology and outline the four pillars of pathogenesis: follicular hyperkeratinization (microcomedone formation), androgen-driven sebum production (DHT via 5-alpha reductase), Cutibacterium ac...
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