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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Occupational acne
			\| synonyms = [[Acne mechanica]], [[Acne venenata]]
			\| field = [[Dermatology]]
			\| symptoms = [[Papules]], [[pustules]], [[comedones]]
			\| complications = [[Scarring]], [[hyperpigmentation]]
			\| onset = Varies depending on exposure
			\| duration = Chronic if exposure continues
			\| causes = [[Exposure]] to [[oils]], [[chemicals]], [[friction]]
			\| risks = [[Industrial workers]], [[mechanics]], [[cooks]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[patient history]]
			\| differential = [[Acne vulgaris]], [[folliculitis]]
			\| prevention = [[Protective clothing]], [[hygiene measures]]
			\| treatment = [[Topical retinoids]], [[benzoyl peroxide]], [[antibiotics]]
			\| frequency = Common in certain occupations
			}}
	'''Occupational acne''' is a type of [[acne]] that is caused by exposure to certain chemicals at work. It is a form of [[contact dermatitis]], which is a skin condition that occurs when the skin comes into contact with certain substances.		'''Occupational acne''' is a type of [[acne]] that is caused by exposure to certain chemicals at work. It is a form of [[contact dermatitis]], which is a skin condition that occurs when the skin comes into contact with certain substances.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	Occupational acne is caused by exposure to certain chemicals in the workplace. These chemicals can include [[oil]], [[tar]], [[grease]], [[detergent]], and certain types of [[plastic]]. The chemicals can clog the pores, leading to the formation of acne.		Occupational acne is caused by exposure to certain chemicals in the workplace. These chemicals can include [[oil]], [[tar]], [[grease]], [[detergent]], and certain types of [[plastic]]. The chemicals can clog the pores, leading to the formation of acne.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	The symptoms of occupational acne can vary, but they typically include [[redness]], [[swelling]], and [[pimples]]. In severe cases, the acne can become [[cystic]], leading to large, painful bumps under the skin.		The symptoms of occupational acne can vary, but they typically include [[redness]], [[swelling]], and [[pimples]]. In severe cases, the acne can become [[cystic]], leading to large, painful bumps under the skin.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	Treatment for occupational acne typically involves avoiding the chemical that caused the acne. This can involve changing jobs or using protective clothing or equipment. In some cases, [[medication]] may be needed to treat the acne.		Treatment for occupational acne typically involves avoiding the chemical that caused the acne. This can involve changing jobs or using protective clothing or equipment. In some cases, [[medication]] may be needed to treat the acne.

	== Prevention ==		== Prevention ==
	Prevention of occupational acne involves avoiding exposure to the chemicals that can cause it. This can involve using protective clothing or equipment, or changing jobs.		Prevention of occupational acne involves avoiding exposure to the chemicals that can cause it. This can involve using protective clothing or equipment, or changing jobs.

	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Acne]]		* [[Acne]]
	* [[Contact dermatitis]]		* [[Contact dermatitis]]
	* [[Occupational disease]]		* [[Occupational disease]]

	[[Category:Skin conditions]]		[[Category:Skin conditions]]
	[[Category:Occupational diseases]]		[[Category:Occupational diseases]]
	[[Category:Acne]]		[[Category:Acne]]

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'''Occupational acne''' is a type of [[acne]] that is caused by exposure to certain chemicals at work. It is a form of [[contact dermatitis]], which is a skin condition that occurs when the skin comes into contact with certain substances.

== Causes ==
Occupational acne is caused by exposure to certain chemicals in the workplace. These chemicals can include [[oil]], [[tar]], [[grease]], [[detergent]], and certain types of [[plastic]]. The chemicals can clog the pores, leading to the formation of acne.

== Symptoms ==
The symptoms of occupational acne can vary, but they typically include [[redness]], [[swelling]], and [[pimples]]. In severe cases, the acne can become [[cystic]], leading to large, painful bumps under the skin.

== Treatment ==
Treatment for occupational acne typically involves avoiding the chemical that caused the acne. This can involve changing jobs or using protective clothing or equipment. In some cases, [[medication]] may be needed to treat the acne.

== Prevention ==
Prevention of occupational acne involves avoiding exposure to the chemicals that can cause it. This can involve using protective clothing or equipment, or changing jobs.

== See also ==
* [[Acne]]
* [[Contact dermatitis]]
* [[Occupational disease]]

[[Category:Skin conditions]]
[[Category:Occupational diseases]]
[[Category:Acne]]

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