A Short Introduction To Acne And The Subsequent Acne Scars
Acne Facts & Knowledge
There has been a incredible amount of cash spent in research into the disease called acne. While there have been many advances in our learning and understanding of the various symptoms, and their treatment, there has been little, if any, advancement in our understanding of its main causes, however, we have learnt a great deal about things that can effect it, either in a positive or negative fashion.
Acne is a condition of the skin which is recognizable by the red and angry appearance of the skin as well as pimples/spots (zits). In acne the skins sebaceous glands create too much sebum (oil) which cause the hair follicles and pores to become blocked. These blocked pores are commonly referred to as blackheads and whiteheads. These become infected and inflamed causing spots or pustules to form. The normal process of shedding the dead skin cells does not work correctly with acne which leads to the the build up of dead skin cells further clogging the pores.
Any person can be susceptible to acne, it does not discriminate, however, it is commonly found most often in teens. Hormones are a known trigger for breakouts of acne and, as the bodies of teenagers are more than likely to be flooded with hormones, they carry most risk. As well as the most obvious physical symptoms, acne can cause the sufferer to become most self-conscious and acutely wary of how they look. Annoyingly, even following an acne breakout the person can be left with very visible scaring.
Acne Treatments
Which way the disease is treated is usually depends upon the severity of the acne. Severe acne breakouts should be treated by a medical professional who will, commonly, recommend a course of prescription antibiotic creams or capsules/tablets/liquid (to be taken for about 6 months. Commonly a topical antibiotic cream is prescribed as well as oral antibiotics. A further frequently recommended treatment is Microdermabrasion, which can be performed at home or in a spa.
Treating Acne Scars
The best way to treat acne scars is to start early and carry on treatment for as long as is necessary. The removal or reduction of scars depends on a process referred to as skin remodeling. This is a natural process in the skin but there are ways to speed it up. The following treatments all help in this process; scrubbing massages, laser treatments, microdermabrasion or chemical peels.
Important Acne Advice
The most important thing a person must do prior to starting on any type of treatment is to get professional medical advice. Along with any prescribed medicines, the physician will often advise a person to change their lifestyle. By drinking plenty of water, exercising and eating a healthy diet, you can vastly improve the condition of the skin (you are what you eat).