In Many People, the Growth of C

Question

In many people, the growth of C. acnes within hair follicles leads to
A) eczema.
B) carbuncles.
C) boils.
D) acne.
E) all of these.

Accepted Answer

The growth of C. acnes within hair follicles is a major cause of acne. While eczema, carbuncles, and boils may also involve bacterial infections, they are typically caused by different organisms and affect different areas of the skin. Therefore, D (acne) is the best choice.