ACNE-LTD Glossary of Acne Terms

Commonly Used Acne Terms

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Halcinonide: high potency corticosteroid. Also sold under the brand name(s): Halog®, Halog®E.

Halog®: by Westwood Scribb, (Halcinonide) a high potency corticosteroid. Also sold under the brand name(s): Halog® E

Herpes simplex virus (Type 1): spread by touching, kissing and sharing cups, Type 1 herpes usually leads to cold sores: small, clear, water-filled blisters, usually on the lips.

Hives: (red, raised bumps), often occur after exposure to an allergen, at the beginning of flares, or after exercise or a hot bath. Commonly occurs in atopic dermatitis

Hydrocortisone: a natural chemical made by the body which reduces swelling, itching, inflammation and burning. The most common prescribed and/or over the counter steroid. Very low potency steroid. Also sold under the brand name(s): Cetacort®, Nutracort®, Anusol-HC®, Hytone®, Cort-Dome®, Locoid®, Cortenema®, Cortifoam®, Cortaind®, Lanacort®, Westcort®

Hypertrophy: Abnormal growth.

Hyperemia: Abnormally increased blood flow

Hyperirritability: easily irritated.

Hyperplasia: Increased cell production in normal tissue; an excess of normal tissue

Hypothalamus: The body's "thermostat"

Hytone®: by Dermik, (Hydrocortisone) a low potency steroid. Also sold under the brand name(s): Cetacort®, Nutracort®, Anusol-HC®, Hytone®, Cort-Dome®, Cortenema®, Cortifoam®, Cortaind®, Lanacort®, Locoid®, Westcort®

Understanding the terminology of acne, adult acne, rosacea, acne rosacea, lupus and dermatitis can make it possible to communicate effectively and have a precise understanding of your acne treatment and medication options. This glossary defines commonly used acne terms, including names of the products and medications used in the treatment of adult acne and skin conditions that co-exist with acne, such as rosacea, lupus, eczema, psoriasis, and seborrheic dermatitis. Please visit the non-profit informative organization International Rosacea Foundation, which graciously contributed glossary acne terms to Acne-Ltd III.

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This page last updated: July 4, 2008