An Introduction To The Dreaded Disease Called Acne
All About Acne
There has been a incredible amount of cash invested in research into the disease called acne. Although there have been incredible advances in our learning and understanding of the many symptoms, and their treatment, there has been hardly, if any, advancement in our understanding of its primary causes, however, we do understand much more about things that can effect it, either negatively or positively.
Acne is a condition of the skin which can be recognized by the red, angry appearance of the skin together with pimples/spots (zits). With acne the sebaceous glands in the skin excrete too much sebum (oil) and this causes the hair follicles and pores to become blocked. These blocked pores are commonly known as whiteheads and blackheads. The pores of the skin become infected and inflamed causing spots or pustules (zits) to develop. With sufferers of acne the process of shedding the dead skin cells does not work in the correct way which leads to the the build up of dead skin cells further blocking the pores.
Anybody can be prone to acne, it is not discriminatory, however, it is commonly found most often in teenagers. Hormones can be a trigger for breakouts and, because the bodies of teenagers are usually flooded with hormones, they carry most risk. As well as the most widely known physical symptoms, acne can cause the person to become incredibly self-conscious and wary of their outward appearance. Alarmingly, even after an outbreak of acne the poor person can often be left with very visible acne scars.
Acne Treatments
Which way acne is treated is commonly dependent its severity. Very severe acne breakouts need to be treated by a doctor who will, commonly, recommend a course of prescription antibiotic tablets, liquid, capsules or creams (to be taken for a minimum 6 months. Commonly a topical anti-biotic cream is prescribed as well as oral antibiotics. A further frequently recommended treatment is Microdermabrasion, which can be done at home or in a beauty clinic.
Removing Acne Scars
The best way to treat acne scarring is to begin early and continue with the treatment for as long as is required. The reduction or removal of scarring depends on a process called skin remodeling. This is a natural process in the skin but there are ways to accelerate it. The following treatments all help in this process; scrubbing massages, chemical peels, laser treatments or microdermabrasion.
Vital Advice About Acne
The most important thing you must do before embarking on any type of treatment is to gain advice from a physician. Along with any prescription medications, the physician will often advise a change in lifestyle. By drinking plenty of water, exercising and eating a healthy diet, a person can vastly improve the skin’s condition (you are what you eat).