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Adult Acne and Lifestyle Treatment Information
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Commonly Used Acne Terms
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Macule: the temporary red spot left by a healed acne lesion. It is flat, usually red or red-pink, with a well defined border. A macule may persist for days to weeks before disappearing. When a number of macules are present at one time they can contribute to the "inflamed face" appearance of acne.
Mast cell: a tissue cell that is a primary participant in immediate hypersensitivity reactions. Mast cells make and release histamine and other mediators of inflammation.
Maxiflor®: (Diflorasone) topical high to very high potency corticosteroid, used to treat a variety of skin conditions. Also sold under the brand name(s): Florone®; Florone E®; Psorcon™
Measles: symptoms include fever, coughing and a spreading skin rash.
Medical history: a collection of information obtained from the patient and from other sources concerning the patient's past and current health.
Medicamentosa: drug eruption
Melanoma: The rarest of the skin cancers (4-5% of all skin cancers), melanoma is also the most dangerous. It spreads rapidly, attacking the cells that produce pigment, or skin coloring. The color of melanoma skin lesions varies: they often have irregular borders, change shape and size, and sometimes bleed. Watch for changes to existing moles.
Methotrexate: a medication prescribed for the treatment of moderate to severe psoriasis.
MetroCream®: a topical treatment for rosacea.
MetroGel®: Metronidazole; a topical treatment for rosacea.
MetroLotion®: Metronidazole; a topical treatment for rosacea.
Metronidazole: a topical treatment for rosacea. It has been proved as effective against rosacea. The active ingredient in Metrogel, Metrocream, Metrolotion, Rozex gel and Noritate.
Mila: a small pearly firm non-inflammatory whitehead. Mila are due to retention of keratin in an oil gland duct blocked by a thin layer of epithelium.
Minocin® (Oral): Oral antibiotic used to treat infections that are caused by bacteria. Belongs to a class of drugs called tetracycline antibiotics. Also sold under the brand name(s): Minocycline, Dynacin®
Minocycline: Oral antibiotic used to treat infections that are caused by bacteria. Belongs to a class of drugs called tetracycline antibiotics. Also sold under the brand name(s): Minocin® (Oral), Dynacin®
Mometasone furoate: a cortisone-like steroid available in cream, ointment, and lotion form. It is used to treat certain itchy rashes and other inflammatory skin conditions. Also sold under the brand name(s): Elocon®
Monodox®: an oral antibiotic which is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is often prescribed for rosacea. Also sold under the brand name(s): Vibra-Tabs®, Vibramycin®, Doxycycline®, Doryx®, Novodoxylin®
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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