Synonym(s)
Mallorca acne
Definition
Monomorphous follicular papular eruption which occurs after sun exposure
Pathogenesis
Sun exposure appears to produce the lesions; may be a variant of polymorphous light eruption; hypersensitivity reaction to sunscreens or cosmetics possible contributing factor
Clinical manifestation
Monomorphous follicular papules over the shoulders, arms, chest, and neck; no comedones present
Differential diagnosis
Folliculitis; acne vulgaris; steroid acne; insect bite reaction; polymorphous light eruption
Therapy
Tretinoin 0.025% cream; benzoyl peroxide 5% gel; prophylaxis by increasing exposures to artificial ultraviolet radiation to “harden” the skin to the effects of sunlight
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References
Plewig G, Jansen T (1998) Acneiform dermatoses. Dermatology 196:102–107
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(2004). Acne aestivalis. In: Levine, N., Levine, C.C. (eds) Dermatology Therapy. A to Z Essentials. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/3-540-29668-9_18
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