The topic Acute Febrile Ulcerative Acne you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Acne Fulminans.

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• Acne is a common skin condition that causes inflamed red spots/lesions to appear on the face, neck, shoulders, and other regions. The condition occurs when the sebaceous glands combined with the tiny hairs (purely sebaceous glands) become clogged with dead cells and non-flowing oil
• Acne Fulminans (AF) is a severe form of acne wherein the individual has not only skin symptoms but also systemic symptoms. It can be described as the deterioration of acne with fever and joint aches. AF is an extremely rare condition
• Acne Fulminans is also known as Malignant Acne and is most frequently observed in young adult and adolescent males. It may result as a side effect of acne conglobata
• The cause of the condition is unknown, but it may be influenced by factors such as the use and abuse of anabolic steroids (typically for sports), a paradoxical flare in response to isotretinoin treatment of acne, and a positive family history of Acne Fulminans
• In addition to skin lesions that can lead to severe scarring and disfigurement, the systemic signs and symptoms may include joint inflammation and pain, weight loss, muscle atrophy, and enlarged liver and spleen
• Acne Fulminans may be treated with antibiotics, a course of oral corticosteroids and isotretinoin, laser therapy, and immunotherapy; symptomatic treatment may be provided for the systemic presentations. The prognosis of the condition depends upon several factors, including on the severity of the signs and symptoms

Tropical Acne is reported, almost exclusively in young males, in hot-humid environments for prolonged stays. Reports were first recorded during tropical warfare in the Second World War. The signs and symptoms are similar to Acne Fulminans.

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