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15 December 2006
Acne
Acne, also called acne vulgaris, is a common inflammatory skin condition that is characterized by pimples, blackheads, and red, swollen bumps on the skin (usually the face, neck, shoulders, or back). The term acne is used to describe the condition when a person has between 5 to 10 pimples, blackheads, or red and swollen bumps on his or her body at the same time. Acne is typically thought to occur in adolescence, but it can also occur in adulthood. While not a life-threatening condition, acne can have a significant psychological and physical impact on a person's life, causing poor self-image, anxiety, depression, and permanent scarring of the skin.
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