What Causes Female Acne and Teenage Acne

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Family Physician, discuss What Causes Female Acne and Teenage Acne.

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Featuring Dr. Tasha Bienert, MD

Video Title: What Causes Female Acne and Teenage Acne Duration: 1 minute, 22 seconds

Presenter: Dr. Tasha Bienert, Family Doctor, Vancouver, BC

Local Practitioners: Family Doctor

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Dr. Sonya J. Abdulla

Dermatologist

Toronto, ON

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Quiz: Do You Understand Skin Conditions?

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Acne causes pimples, blackheads, whiteheads or cysts/nodules to appear on the face, shoulders and chest but not the neck or upper back.

Explanation:

Acne causes pimples, blackheads, whiteheads or cysts/nodules to appear on the face, shoulders, chest, neck and upper back.

Dermatitis only appears on the hands and feet.

Explanation:

Dermatitis is caused by an allergen, leading to a red, itchy and scaly rash that may appear anywhere, often turning into blisters.

Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer.

Explanation:

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes scaly and silvery skin patches on the knees, scalp, elbows and lower back.

Warts always appear alone, not in groups.

Explanation:

Warts are caused by a contagious virus called human papillomavirus (HPV), and may appear in groups or alone.

Skin Conditions ( 37 engaged.)

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This content is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.