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Is acne an activity of homeostasis?

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Yes and no: Pretty much everything your body does is intended to keep it working. This includes fighting off bacteria. In acne, the teen environment allows them to grow and the response is perhaps overaggressive. As in real-life, things intended to help often turn dysfunctional. Give the answer you think your teachers wants. Acne's treatable.

Answered 9/1/2013

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