How does Propionibacterium acnes cause acne in humans?

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Coltoneakins · Answer 1 · 2017-01-23T02:42:54+0000

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acnes is a gram-positive commensal bacterium that causes acne on the skin. P. acnes releases lipase that produces fatty acids by digesting sebum, creating inflammation of the skin.

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