A disorder of the skin in which oil glands and hair glands become inflamed.

1813, from Modern Latin, from aknas, a 6c. Latin clerical misreading of Greek akmas, accusative plural of akme "point" (see acme). The "pointed" pimples are the source of the medic [..]

A disorder of the skin in which the glands producing oily matter become inflamed. It is characterized by blackheads, pustules and even scars. There are a number of treatments available. Acne particula [..]

an inflammatory disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin; characterized by papules or pustules or comedones Acne is a general term used for eruptive disease of the skin. (ACNES) The abdomina [..]

acne (pop)

Acne is a skin condition characterized by whiteheads, blackheads, and inflamed red pimples, commonly called "zits". The condition is caused by the tiny holes on the surface of the skin, call [..]

(n) an inflammatory disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin; characterized by papules or pustules or comedones

An inflammatory disease resulting from excess sebum production, follicle plugging, and increased bacterial production.

Inflammation of the glands of the skin, causing formation of pustules, usually on the face (19thC)

Acne is the name for those red bumps called pimples that a lot of kids and teens get on their skin. When your skin's oil glands make too much oil, the tiny holes on your skin called pores get sto [..]

Acne-like Skin eruptions caused by exposure to Chlorine-containing compounds. Exposure can be by Inhalation, ingestion, or through the Skin. ChlorAcne is often seen in people who have occupational con [..]

A type of acneiform disorder in which secondary pyogenic Infection in and around pilosebaceous structures ends in keloidal Scarring. It manifests as persistent Folliculitis of the back of the neck ass [..]

A chronic disorder of the pilosebaceous apparatus associated with an increase in Sebum Secretion. It is characterized by open comedones (blackheads), closed comedones (whiteheads), and pustular nodule [..]

Inflammation of the skin glands caused by dirt entering the glands.

A skin problem affecting cats at any age. Spots, blackheads and crusting occur on the cat's chin. The condition may require antibiotics but mild cases may resolve without treatment.

A disorder of the skin in which oil glands and hair glands become inflamed.

Acne is a skin condition characterised by spots. Acne and spots are caused by inflammation of the sebaceous glands, often due to infection from pathogenic bacteria. Acne is therefore often linked to dysbiosis.

Acne is a skin condition characterised by spots. Acne and spots are caused by inflammation of the sebaceous glands, often due to infection from pathogenic bacteria. Acne is therefore often linked to d [..]

Acne is a common inflammatory disease of the facial skin seen most frequently between the ages of 10 and 25 years and characterized by blackheads, whiteheads and blemishes composed of papules and pustules. Acne is an inflammatory disease of the sebaceous glands, the glands that produce sebum. Acne usually affects the face, back, and chest. In sever [..]

Acne is an inflammatory skin disease that’s made evident by pimples that can appear on almost any part of the body, but are usually on the face.

Skin condition in which there is an over production of sebum (oil) or skin debris that clogs the pores creating inflamed pustules. Acne can be treated with a variety of skin procedures including:  Sil [..]

a skin condition characterized by the excess production of oil from sebaceous glands in which the hair follicles become plugged.

<dermatology> An inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous unit, the specific type usually being indicated by a modifying term, frequently used alone to designate common acne or acne vulgaris. Origin: possibly Gr. Akm = a point or achn = chaff (15 Nov 1997)

A skin inflammation affecting approximately 80% of those between the ages of 12 and 24. Located in each hair follicle or tiny pit in the skin is a gland that lubricates the skin. If some oil gets trap [..]

An inflammation of the skin, a result of over production of oil and bacteria. (Active Acne or Acne Vulgaris). (acme, acnee)

An inflammation of the skin caused by bacteria. A result of overproduction of oil from sebaceous glands in which the hair follicles become plugged. Also referred to as Active Acne or Acne Vulgaris, Ac [..]

(rare) Akne|lang=de