All Entries in the "Acne" Category
Introduction to Acne
What is acne?
Acne is the word used to describe plugged oil glands (blackheads and whiteheads), pimples and deeper lumps (nodules). Acne occurs on the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and even the upper arms. It is a skin condition that can occur at any age but is usually seen during adolescence. During adolescence, acne is [...]
Causes and Factors that worsens Acne
What causes of Acne? ( causes of Acne)
The main pathology of acne is enlargement of sebaceous gland and increased production of sebum also called oil. As with most of the skin diseases the cause of acne is unknown, but one most believed hypothesis is rising level of androgens (male sex hormones). Under the influence of [...]
Acne Treatment and Acne Skin Care
Treatment of Acne
There are mainly two types of treatment available and which form you require depends mainly on severity and extent of Acne. Main objectives of treatment is to treat underlying inflamation and prevent extensive sacrring. Usually mild form of Acne does not require any treatment. Remember that extensive Acne takes long to get cured [...]
Acne: Frequently Asked Questions
Will acne return after treatment?
Maintainance treatment is usually needed to avoid recurrence and relapse is very common after initial cure if treatment discontinued. Maintenance treatment is usually with either benzoyl peroxide or a topical retinoid. These can both be used indefinitely but can be used in lower strength and lower frequency.
Can it be cured?
Acne cannot [...]
Acne Gel: Aczone approved by FDA and Researchers
Recently published article in Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, March 2007 has some good news for Acne sufferers. Two pivotal studies done to measure effectiveness of topical antibiotic gel against severe acne and pimples have shown that it is very safe and effective in controlling them. In study they alloted 3010 acne sufferers [...]