Nodular acne

Definition

Acne in which large inflammatory nodules and fluid-filled cystic swellings as well as more superficial lesions are present. Systemic therapy with antibiotics or retinoids is usually required.

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• ED80.0Comedonal acne
• ED80.1Superficial mixed comedonal and papulopustular acne
• ED80.2Papulopustular acne
• ED80.4Severe inflammatory acne
• ED80.5Acne scarring
• ED80.6Infantile acne
• 4B4YOther specified diseases of the immune system
• 4B4ZDiseases of the immune system, unspecified