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Which bacteria causes acne?

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Correct Answer:

Propionibacterium acnes

Rationale:

⮞ Propionibacterium acnes (recently renamed Cutibacterium acnes) is the primary bacterial species implicated in acne vulgaris.

⮞ It contributes to acne by blocking sebaceous glands and causing inflammation.

⮞ Staphylococcus epidermidis and aureus can cause skin infections but are not the main cause of acne.

⮞ Streptococcus pyogenes is associated with pharyngitis and skin infections like impetigo, not acne.

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