KELOIDAL ACNE
\kˈɛlɔ͡ɪdə͡l ˈaknɪ], \kˈɛlɔɪdəl ˈaknɪ], \k_ˈɛ_l_ɔɪ_d_əl ˈa_k_n_ɪ]\
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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 associated with occlusion of the follicular orifices. It is most often encountered in black or Asian men.
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Quinones
- Hydrocarbon rings which contain two moieties position. They can be substituted in any position except at the ketone groups.