A 13-year-old girl is interested in obtaining information about the cause of her acne. What should the nurse include in the information about acne?

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Approximately 90% of males and 80% of females will develop acne; causes are increased sebum production and epithelial cells that do not desquamate normally. Acne is not contagious or r/t poor hygiene. The cause is not unknown, but is caused by increased sebum production and epithelial cells that do not desquamate normally.

A 13-Year-Old Girl Is Interested in Obtaining Information About the Cause