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Fulltext Acne vulgaris in a family practitioner's clinic

Goh CS

Med J Malaysia, 1981 Jun;36(2):87-8.
PMID: 6211594
Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris/drug therapy*
A case of facial burn due to the misuse of garlic face mask for acne

Hisham A, Mohamed Sukur S, Basiron N

Australas J Dermatol, 2018 Nov;59(4):336-337.
PMID: 29377074 DOI: 10.1111/ajd.12789
Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris/drug therapy*
Treatment of skin diseases: recent trends

Adam BA

Med J Malaysia, 1973 Mar;27(3):192-4.
PMID: 4268922
Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris/drug therapy
Risk factors for sebaceous gland diseases and their relationship to gastrointestinal dysfunction in Han adolescents

Zhang H, Liao W, Chao W, Chen Q, Zeng H, Wu C, et al.

J Dermatol, 2008 Sep;35(9):555-61.
PMID: 18837699 DOI: 10.1111/j.1346-8138.2008.00523.x

Sebaceous gland diseases are a group of common dermatological diseases with multiple causes. To date, a systematic report of the risk factors for sebaceous gland diseases in adolescents has not been published. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence and risk factors for certain sebaceous gland diseases (seborrhea, seborrheic dermatitis, acne, androgenetic alopecia and rosacea) and their relationship to gastrointestinal dysfunction in adolescents. From August-October, 2002-2005, a questionnaire survey was carried out to obtain epidemiological data about sebaceous gland diseases. Using random cluster sampling, 13 215 Han adolescents aged 12-20 years were recruited from four countries or districts (Macau; Guangzhou, China; Malaysia; and Indonesia). The statistical software SPSS ver. 13.0 was used to analyze the data. The prevalence of seborrhea, seborrheic dermatitis, acne, androgenetic alopecia and rosacea was 28.27%, 10.17%, 51.03%, 1.65% and 0.97%, respectively. Based on multivariate logistic regression analysis, the risk factors for sebaceous gland diseases included: age; duration of local residency; halitosis; gastric reflux; abdominal bloating; constipation; sweet food; spicy food; family history of acne; late night sleeping on a daily basis; excessive axillary, body and facial hair; excessive periareolar hair; and anxiety. There was a statistically significant difference in the prevalence of gastrointestinal symptoms (halitosis; gastric reflux; abdominal bloating; constipation) between patients with and without sebaceous gland diseases (chi(2) = 150.743; P = 0.000). Gastrointestinal dysfunction is an important risk factor for diseases of the sebaceous glands and is correlated with their occurrence and development.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris*
Fulltext Efficacy and safety of superficial chemical peeling in treatment of active acne vulgaris

Al-Talib H, Al-Khateeb A, Hameed A, Murugaiah C

An Bras Dermatol, 2017 5 26;92(2):212-216.
PMID: 28538881 DOI: 10.1590/abd1806-4841.20175273

Acne vulgaris is an extremely common condition affecting the pilosebaceous unit of the skin and characterized by presence of comedones, papules, pustules, nodules, cysts, which might result in permanent scars. Acne vulgaris commonly involve adolescents and young age groups. Active acne vulgaris is usually associated with several complications like hyper or hypopigmentation, scar formation and skin disfigurement. Previous studies have targeted the efficiency and safety of local and systemic agents in the treatment of active acne vulgaris. Superficial chemical peeling is a skin-wounding procedure which might cause some potentially undesirable adverse events. This study was conducted to review the efficacy and safety of superficial chemical peeling in the treatment of active acne vulgaris. It is a structured review of an earlier seven articles meeting the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The clinical assessments were based on pretreatment and post-treatment comparisons and the role of superficial chemical peeling in reduction of papules, pustules and comedones in active acne vulgaris. This study showed that almost all patients tolerated well the chemical peeling procedures despite a mild discomfort, burning, irritation and erythema have been reported; also the incidence of major adverse events was very low and easily manageable. In conclusion, chemical peeling with glycolic acid is a well-tolerated and safe treatment modality in active acne vulgaris while salicylic acid peels is a more convenient for treatment of darker skin patients and it showed significant and earlier improvement than glycolic acid.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris/therapy*
Metformin as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of moderate to severe acne vulgaris: A randomized open-labeled study

Robinson S, Kwan Z, Tang MM

Dermatol Ther, 2019 07;32(4):e12953.
PMID: 31044492 DOI: 10.1111/dth.12953

Insulin, insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) and essential amino acids activate the mechanistic target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1), the main nutrient-sensitive kinase. Metformin, through inhibition of mTORC1 may improve acne. A 12-week, randomized, open-labeled study evaluated the efficacy and safety of metformin as an adjunct for moderate to severe facial acne. In total, 84 patients received either oral tetracycline 250 mg bd and topical benzoyl peroxide 2.5% with or without metformin 850 mg daily. Evaluations constituted lesion counts, the Cardiff Acne Disability Index (CADI), metabolic parameters and treatment success rate (Investigators Global Assessment score of 0 or 1 or improvement of two grades). Treatment success rates were higher in the metformin group (66.7% vs. 43.2%; p = .04). The mean percentage reduction from baseline in total lesion counts at Week 12 was greater in the metformin group (71.4% vs. 65.3%; p = .278). The CADI scores showed a greater mean reduction in the metformin group (4.82 vs. 4.22; p = .451). Metformin was equally efficacious in improving acne in lean and overweight subjects. Gastrointestinal symptoms were noted in 31.7% of subjects on metformin. This study presents favorable data for metformin as an adjunct for acne treatment. Further randomized placebo-controlled studies are required.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris/drug therapy*; Acne Vulgaris/pathology
Practical management of acne for clinicians: An international consensus from the Global Alliance to Improve Outcomes in Acne

Thiboutot DM, Dréno B, Abanmi A, Alexis AF, Araviiskaia E, Barona Cabal MI, et al.

J. Am. Acad. Dermatol., 2018 02;78(2 Suppl 1):S1-S23.e1.
PMID: 29127053 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2017.09.078

Scientific advances are continually improving the knowledge of acne and contributing to the refinement of treatment options; it is important for clinicians to regularly update their practice patterns to reflect current standards. The Global Alliance to Improve Outcomes in Acne is an international group of dermatologists with an interest in acne research and education that has been meeting regularly since 2001. As a group, we have continuously evaluated the literature on acne. This supplement focuses on providing relevant clinical guidance to health care practitioners managing patients with acne, with an emphasis on areas where the evidence base may be sparse or need interpretation for daily practice.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris/diagnosis; Acne Vulgaris/drug therapy*
Fulltext Retrospective descriptive study of patients with dermatological problems, at UMS Polyclinic, Kingfisher, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. [Abstract]

Khaing MS, Parash MTH, Shimmi SC, Kabir S, Chodanakar NC, Subramaniam P, et al.

Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2019;15(106):89-89.
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ABSTRACTS FOR THE 1ST INTERNATIONAL BORNEO HEALTHCARE AND PUBLIC HEALTH CONFERENCE AND 4TH BORNEO TROPICAL MEDICINE AND INFECTIOUS DISEASE CONGRESS. New Frontiers in Health: Expecting the Unexpected; Held at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia; On 3rd-5th September 2019
Introduction: Since January 2010, the UMS Polyclinic, situated at Riverside Plaza, Kingfisher Park, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, provided general medical consultation as well as specialist consultations comprising of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology (Diabetes and related problems), Dermatology, Rheumatology, Cardiology including ECG and ECHO services, Orthopedic, Ophthalmology, ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat), Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics and Psychiatry. The purpose of this study was to look into the Dermatology consultations provided by the UMS Polyclinic in order to improve health care services, by reporting on the demographic characteristics of the patients with reference to the provisional diagnosis and management offered, as well as referrals to tertiary health care centers for further managements. Methods: It was a retrospective, descriptive study which included 76 patients who visited the Dermatology Specialist Clinic at UMS Polyclinic from January to December 2018.
Results: The 76 patients comprised of 50 males and 26 female patients with the age ranged from 2 years to 86 years, with 5 children (under the age of 12 years).The catchment population of the patients were mainly from Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Kingfisher, and also from wide areas of Kota Kinabalu with a few from Kudat,Tamparuli, Telipok, Keningau, Kinarut and Beaufort, etc. The consultations comprised of 19 varieties of dermatological problems to which were given appropraite management. The period of the year 2018 under study showed highest attendance in February with 21 patients (27.6%) followed by 13 patients (17.1%) in October with December showing 11 patients (14.5% ).
Conclusion: A total of 32 varieties of Dermatological problems were found among the 76 patients consulted. Acne Vulgaris was found to be the highest variant with 12 cases(15.7%) with Seborrhoeic Dermatitis seen as 5 cases (6.5%) followed by 4 cases (5.2%) each of Contact Dermatitis, Allergy/Hypersensitivity, Photosensitive Dermatitis, and Vitiligo. Certain patients had to be referred to Dermatology Department at Hospital Queen Elizabeth for further management, like for skin biopsy, and also for Electro-cautery machine, Phototherapy, and Laser, as we are still waiting for few equipments.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris
Fulltext Oral antibiotics in acne vulgaris: therapeutic response over 5 years

Adawiyah J, Gill P, Roshidah B

Malays Fam Physician, 2010;5(3):130-133.
PMID: 25606204 MyJurnal

Antibiotic resistant P. acnes have influenced acne therapy worldwide resulting in increased use of topical and systemic retinoids. Judicious use of oral antibiotic is important for effective therapeutic outcome. To determine the response and side effects of oral antibiotic treatment in acne vulgaris. To determine the type of antibiotic used, therapy duration and the types of concomitant topical therapy. Retrospective analysis of the therapeutic response to oral antibiotics therapy in acne vulgaris in the Dermatology Department, Hospital Kuala Lumpur. New cases of acne vulgaris from 2005 to 2009 were randomly selected. The clinical notes of 250 patients treated with oral antibiotics were reviewed. About 60% of patients achieved good to excellent response to therapy while satisfactory response was seen in 26%. Only 8% patients experienced minor side effects. Doxycycline was the most frequently prescribed antibiotic, followed by tetracycline and erythromycin ethylsuccinate. The prescribing pattern was consistent over the years. The mean duration of treatment is four to five months. Oral antibiotic was augmented with topical therapy in 98.8% of patients. Good to excellent therapeutic response was achieved in the majority of patients and results observed have remained stable over the last five years.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris
Fulltext Acne disability, self management and help-seeking behaviour among medical students

Leelavathi M, Tan HC, Puah JWD, Apipi M, Sohami AE, Mahat NF

Medicine & Health, 2015;10(1):1-9.
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Acne can affect personal appearance and impair quality of life. A cross sectional study, over a period of 12 months was conducted among medical students at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia to evaluate the disability, self management and help-seeking behaviour of medical students for acne. A total of 361 students were selected using stratified cluster random sampling. Acne was graded using the Comprehensive Acne Severity Score (CASS) while acne disability was assessed using the Cardiff Acne Disability Index (CADI). Acne self management and helpseeking behaviour was assessed using the acne management questionnaire. Mean CADI score was 3.35 + 2.39, with mostly mild (83.8%, n=206) and moderate (14.6%, n=36) levels of impairment. Female students and those from the nonMalay ethnic group demonstrated higher disability (3.76 + 2.24, p=0.006 and 3.79 + 2.59, p=0.018, respectively). Although the majority of students (87.4%, n=215) knew that acne can be treated, they preferred to discuss their acne problems with friends (54.1%, n=133) rather than consulting a physician (9.3%, n=23). Most of them also practiced non-evidence based measures for their acne. The results of the present study shows that young adults tend to have mild grades of acne severity and disability. However, efforts are needed to enhance their knowledge on evidence based management of acne and modify their help seeking behavior. This would help reduce complications such as permanent scars and improve quality of life, as acne is a treatable dermatological disorder.
Keywords: acne vulgaris, medical, disability, quality of life, students, severity, self care

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris
A simple pharmacopoeia for out-station skin clinics

Pettit JHS

Trop Doct, 1977 Jul;7(3):107-10.
PMID: 142324
Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris/drug therapy
A prospective study of a monophasic oral contraceptive containing 30 mcg ethinyl oestradiol and 150 mcg desogestrel (Marvelon)

Ismail MT

Malays J Reprod Health, 1994 Jun;12(1):43-8.
PMID: 12320338

PIP: Marvelon, a monophasic oral contraceptive (OC) containing 30 mcg of ethinyl estradiol and 150 mcg of desogestrel, has been available to Malaysian women through the national family planning program since 1982. To assess the safety, effectiveness, and side effects associated with this OC, 247 women who requested the pill were enrolled in a multicenter prospective study that included follow-up after the first, third, and sixth cycles of use. 81% of participants had never used any form of contraception before Marvelon. 194 women (79%) completed the 6-month study. There were no pregnancies recorded. Although women reported a slightly increased incidence of nausea, breast tenderness, and headache in the first treatment cycle, these side effects had abated by the end of the third cycle. After six cycles, mean body weight had decreased by an average of 0.4 kg. Both systolic and diastolic blood pressure were unaffected. An unexpected finding was a decrease in the severity of acne with continuous use of Marvelon. Although both spotting and breakthrough bleeding increased slightly in the first two cycles, irregular bleeding returned to pretreatment levels by the third cycle. The length of the withdrawal bleed in the pill-free week was reduced. The incidence of irregular bleeding and other side effects was substantially lower in this sample of Malaysian women than in Asian and Caucasian Marvelon users surveyed in other studies.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris*
Anti-acne, anti-dandruff and anti-breast cancer efficacy of green synthesised silver nanoparticles using Coriandrum sativum leaf extract

Sathishkumar P, Preethi J, Vijayan R, Mohd Yusoff AR, Ameen F, Suresh S, et al.

J. Photochem. Photobiol. B, Biol., 2016 Oct;163:69-76.
PMID: 27541567 DOI: 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2016.08.005

In this present investigation, AgNPs were green synthesised using Coriandrum sativum leaf extract. The physicochemical properties of AgNPs were characterised using UV-visible spectrophotometer, field emission scanning microscopy/energy dispersive X-ray (FESEM/EDX), Fourier transformed infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) analysis. Further, in vitro anti-acne, anti-dandruff and anti-breast cancer efficacy of green synthesised AgNPs were assessed against Propionibacterium acnes MTCC 1951, Malassezia furfur MTCC 1374 and human breast adenocarcinoma (MCF-7) cell line, respectively. The flavonoids present in the plant extract were responsible for the AgNPs synthesis. The green synthesised nanoparticles size was found to be ≈37nm. The BET analysis result shows that the surface area of the synthesised AgNPs was found to be 33.72m(2)g(-1). The minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) of AgNPs for acne causative agent P. acnes and dandruff causative agent M. furfur was found to be at 3.1 and 25μgmL(-1), respectively. The half maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) value of the AgNPs for MCF-7 cells was calculated as 30.5μgmL(-1) and complete inhibition was observed at a concentration of 100μgmL(-1). Finally, our results proved that green synthesised AgNPs using C. sativum have great potential in biomedical applications such as anti-acne, anti-dandruff and anti-breast cancer treatment.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris/drug therapy*; Acne Vulgaris/microbiology
Fulltext Efficacy and safety of azithromycin in moderate acne vulgaris

Navedur Rehman, Chin Chwen Ch’ng, Thavin Kumar Mathana Sundram, Eugenie Sin Sing Tan, Chew Kek Lee, Chung Keat Tan3

Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2020;16(2):69-74.
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Introduction: Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory dermatosis caused by Propionibacterium acnes. Clinicians are constantly attempting to discover the best antibiotic regimes in treating acne vulgaris. This study compares two regimens in terms of efficacy, tolerability, compliance and recurrence rate to make recommendation on which is the best regime. Methods: An open-labelled prospective randomized investigator-blinded interventional study was carried on moderate acne vulgaris patients. Patients were assigned to treatment arm at enrolment followed by fol- low-up and maintenance visits. Demographic data were collected at enrolment and questionnaire enquiring acne condition, general health and quality of life impairment were filled at every visit followed by blinded dermatologist assessment. Antibiotic tablets were provided based on assigned arm until follow-up 3. Results: 26 mild acne vulgaris patients aged 17 to 29 years were recruited. Physician assessment based on GAGS and photo assessment analysis showed an overall significant change (p0.05) were found between regimens. Similarly, patient self-perceived assessment and CADI assessment also showed overall significant changes (p

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris
Fulltext Acne vulgaris and its association with dietary intake: a Malaysian perspective

Suppiah TSS, Sundram TKM, Tan ESS, Lee CK, Bustami NA, Tan CK

Asia Pac J Clin Nutr, 2018 10 3;27(5):1141-1145.
PMID: 30272862 DOI: 10.6133/apjcn.072018.01

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition among adolescents and young adults. Its relationship with the dietary intake is highly debatable and equivocal. This study aimed to identify the association between acne vulgaris and dietary intake among Malaysians.
METHODS AND STUDY DESIGN: A case-control study was conducted involving 57 acne vulgaris patients and 57 age-, gender- and ethnicity-matched controls. All participants were aged 14 and above. The Comprehensive Acne Severity Scale (CASS) was used to categorise patients (grades 2 to 5) and controls (grades 0 to 1). Information such as the demographics, family history, smoking habits and dietary intake were collected using a self-administered questionnaire.
RESULTS: In the patient arm, the gender ratio of male to female was 1.5:1. 43 patients (75.4%) had a family history of acne vulgaris. No significant association was found for acne in patients with a history of smoking. Milk consumption was significantly higher in patients (63.2%, n=36) versus controls (43.9%, n=25), (OR=2.19, p<0.05). In addition, chocolate consumption was also significantly higher in patients (43.9%, n=25) versus controls (24.6%, n=14), (OR=2.4, p<0.05). No significant association was found with the intakes of sweets, potatoes, chips, nuts, yoghurt, ice-cream or carbonated drinks.
CONCLUSIONS: Dietary intake of milk and chocolate may play a role in acne vulgaris. Prospective cohort and intervention studies are recommended to explore whether a causal relationship might obtain.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris
Fulltext Comparison of antimicrobial activity of crude extracts of piper betle, aloe vera, solanum lycopersicum, cinnamomum zeylanicum and cucumis sativus against acne inducing bacteria

Aiza Izyani Aminuddin, Siti Suraiya, Ruzilawati Abu Bakar

Asian Journal of Medicine and Biomedicine, 2018;2(1):0-0.
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Acne vulgaris is a typical skin disorder among adolescence, causing inflammation of pilosebaceous follicle
which characterized by comedones, papules, pustules, cysts, nodules and often scars in face, neck, upper trunk
and arms. Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis have been recognized that play as a major
role in acne formation. This study was conducted to compare the antimicrobial activity of five plant extracts
namely Piper betle, Aloe vera, Solanum lycopersicum, Cinnamomum zeylanicum and Cucumis sativus against P.
acnes and S. epidermidis. The well diffusion assay was used to determine the sensitivity of the samples, while
the liquid dilution method was used for the determination of the minimal inhibition concentration (MIC). The
result showed a remarkable antibacterial activity of Piper betle extract compared to other plant extracts and
Doxycycline (positive control) against both of acne-inducing bacteria, P. acnes and S. epidermidis.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris
Fulltext Do adolescents attending Bandar Mas primary care clinic consult health professionals for their common health problems?

Khairani O, Zaiton S, Faridah MN

Med J Malaysia, 2005 Jun;60(2):134-9.
PMID: 16114152

The aims of the study were to determine the prevalence of the common health problems namely acne, overweight, smoking and depressive symptoms among adolescents attending a primary healthcare clinic, whether they seek treatment for these problems and the reasons for not consulting health professionals. It was a clinic-based, crosssectional study. All adolescents aged 13 to 20 years who attended the clinic during the study period were included in the study. The respondents were given self-administered questionnaires and their weights were measured to assess if they had the above disorders. A total of 215 adolescents were included in the study. The proportion of adolescents who had acne were 70.7%, overweight 8.9%, smoking 41.9% and depressive symptoms 9.8%. Only 25% of those who had acne, 47% of those who were overweight, 9.5% who had depressive symptoms and none of those who smoked had ever sought treatment for these problems. The common reasons given for not consulting the health professionals were 'did not consider it as a problem', 'shy' and 'thought there was no treatment available'. The majority of the adolescents who attended the clinic did not consult health professionals the above common health problems. It is important to educate them on these disorders and encourage health-seeking behaviour in adolescents.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris
Fulltext Natural Xanthones and Skin Inflammatory Diseases: Multitargeting Mechanisms of Action and Potential Application

Gunter NV, Teh SS, Lim YM, Mah SH

Front Pharmacol, 2020;11:594202.
PMID: 33424605 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2020.594202

The pathogenesis of skin inflammatory diseases such as atopic dermatitis, acne, psoriasis, and skin cancers generally involve the generation of oxidative stress and chronic inflammation. Exposure of the skin to external aggressors such as ultraviolet (UV) radiation and xenobiotics induces the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) which subsequently activates immune responses and causes immunological aberrations. Hence, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents were considered to be potential compounds to treat skin inflammatory diseases. A prime example of such compounds is xanthone (xanthene-9-one), a class of natural compounds that possess a wide range of biological activities including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, cytotoxic, and chemotherapeutic effects. Many studies reported various mechanisms of action by xanthones for the treatment of skin inflammatory diseases. These mechanisms of action commonly involve the modulation of various pro-inflammatory cytokines such as interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-6, IL-8, and tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α), as well as anti-inflammatory cytokines such as IL-10. Other mechanisms of action include the regulation of NF-κB and MAPK signaling pathways, besides immune cell recruitment via modulation of chemokines, activation, and infiltration. Moreover, disease-specific activity contributed by xanthones, such as antibacterial action against Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis for acne treatment, and numerous cytotoxic mechanisms involving pro-apoptotic and anti-metastatic effects for skin cancer treatment have been extensively elucidated. Furthermore, xanthones have been reported to modulate pathways responsible for mediating oxidative stress and inflammation such as PPAR, nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor and prostaglandin cascades. These pathways were also implicated in skin inflammatory diseases. Xanthones including the prenylated α-mangostin (2) and γ-mangostin (3), glucosylated mangiferin (4) and the caged xanthone gambogic acid (8) are potential lead compounds to be further developed into pharmaceutical agents for the treatment of skin inflammatory diseases. Future studies on the structure-activity relationships, molecular mechanisms, and applications of xanthones for the treatment of skin inflammatory diseases are thus highly recommended.

Matched MeSH terms: Acne Vulgaris

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