Acne

[ms_dropcap color=”#1e73be” boxed=”yes” boxed_radius=”8″ class=”” id=””]A[/ms_dropcap]cne, also known as acne vulgaris, is a long-term skin disease that occurs when hair follicles are clogged with dead skin cells and oil from the skin.

It often causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples, and usually appears on the face, forehead, chest, upper back and shoulders. Acne is most common among teenagers, though it affects people of all ages.

Effective treatments are available, but acne can be persistent. The pimples and bumps heal slowly, and when one begins to go away, others seem to crop up.

Depending on its severity, acne can cause emotional distress and scar the skin. The earlier you start treatment, the lower your risk of such problems.

[ms_panel title=”People also ask” title_color=”#000″ border_color=”#ddd” title_background_color=”#f5f5f5″ border_radius=”0″ class=”” id=””] [ms_accordion style=”simple” type=”1″ class=”” id=””][ms_accordion_item title=”What Causes Acne?” color=”” background_color=”” close_icon=”” open_icon=”” status=”close”]These factors can trigger or aggravate acne: Hormones. Androgens are hormones that increase in boys and girls during puberty and cause the sebaceous glands to enlarge and make more sebum. Hormonal changes related to pregnancy and the use of oral contraceptives also can affect sebum production.[/ms_accordion_item] [ms_accordion_item title=”What is the best treatment for acne?” color=”” background_color=”” close_icon=”” open_icon=”” status=”close”]Usually the first choice for treating acne is tetracycline — such as minocycline or doxycycline — or a macrolide. Oral antibiotics should be used for the shortest time possible to prevent antibiotic resistance. Oral antibiotics are best used with topical retinoids and benzoyl peroxide.[/ms_accordion_item][ms_accordion_item title=”What are the different types of acne?” color=”” background_color=”” close_icon=”” open_icon=”” status=”close”]The following are common types of blemish associated with acne:[ms_list_item]whiteheads.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]blackheads.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]pustules, which are commonly called pimples.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]papules.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]cysts.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]nodules.[/ms_list_item][/ms_accordion_item] [ms_accordion_item title=”How can I stop getting pimples on my face?” color=”” background_color=”” close_icon=”” open_icon=”” status=”close”]Here are 8 of them.[ms_list_item]Properly wash your face. To help prevent pimples, it’s important to remove excess oil, dirt, and sweat daily.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]Know your skin type. Anyone can get pimples, no matter their skin type.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]Moisturize skin.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]Use over-the-counter acne treatments.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]Stay hydrated.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]Limit makeup.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]Don’t touch your face.[/ms_list_item][ms_list_item]Limit sun exposure.[/ms_list_item][/ms_accordion_item] [/ms_accordion] [/ms_panel]