Multiple choice

Acne is a common skin disease that causes pimples. Acne and its variants are the types of which of the following infections?

  1. Erysipelas

  2. Tropical pyomyositis

  3. Impetigo

  4. Cellulitis

  5. Folliculitis

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E Correct answer
Explanation

Folliculitis is the name given to a group of skin conditions in which there are inflamed hair follicles. The result is a tender red spot, often with a surface pustule. Acne and its variants are also types of folliculitis.