A 16-year-old with moderate acne has tried topical benzoyl peroxide with limited improvement. According to guidelines which is the next step...

Question

A 16-year-old with moderate acne has tried topical benzoyl peroxide with limited improvement. According to guidelines which is the next step

Accepted Answer

Oral tetracycline antibiotic plus topical retinoid

Answer

Isotretinoin immediately

Answer

Oral contraceptive pill for all patients

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Topical steroids

Answer

No further treatment is indicated

MCQ (SBA): Acne Vulgaris