What is acne?
Acne is a common skin condition characterized by plugged pores (dots blacks and whiteheads), pimples that occur marked on the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and even the upper arms.
Acne commonly starts in the early teenage years, when the oil glands in the body start secreting excess sebum (oil).
Although acne is usually not a serious health threat, it can be a source of considerable emotional stress. Severe acne can lead to permanent scarring.
Who gets acne?
# Anyone can get acne, but it is most common in teenagers. It could be worse in boys because they have more fat in the skin.
# Changing hormone levels begin 2-7 days before menstruation in adolescent girls and adult women.
# Heredity also plays a role. If your mother and father had bad acne, you can also get.
# Some people are particularly sensitive to the bacteria that are trapped in their hair follicles.
What Causes Acne?
The exact cause of acne is unknown, but doctors believe it results from several factors.
An important factor is an increase of hormones called androgens (male sex hormones). These hormones increase of boys and girls during puberty and cause the sebaceous glands to enlarge and secrete more sebum. It can cause hormonal changes associated with pregnancy, starting or stopping birth control pills also cause acne in women.
Another factor is heredity. Researchers believe that the tendency to develop acne can be inherited from parents.
Some cosmetics and drugs, including androgens, are known to cause acne. Cosmetics fat can alter the cells of the follicles and keep them together, that a clogged pore.
Environmental factors such as grease, dirt and debris.
Stress and tension - related to hormonal changes.
In women has become worse before periods of acne?
Yes Because of the hormonal changes during menstruation, many women get acne 2-7 days before their period. This is reinforced in the teens as many hormonal changes take place at this time.
Among the factors that can aggravate acne -
The factors that can cause acne flare include:
o Changing hormone levels in adolescents. In girls and women, their period starts
Or oil of cosmetics, skin care products or fat
or pressure of clothing, helmets, sports equipment, tight elastic
or environmental factors such as pollution and high humidity
o hard scrubbing of the skin
What kind of clothes / cosmetics affect acne?
If there is a constant pressure for bands, bra straps, waist bands, it could cause an outbreak of acne in skin areas.
Some cosmetics can lead to the formation of blackhead in the skin. Avoid hair oils, which induce blacks points along the hairline. Some people are also sensitive to sunscreens.
He cause acne scars?
Acne, especially cystic acne, causing scarring in some people. You can help by not squeezing spots scar. Also, avoid scrubbing your skin. If you make the scars, treatment is available.
Some truths about acne:
► acne usually begins around age 11 for girls and 13 for boys.
► There is no scientific proof that junk food and fatty foods cause acne.
► There is no scientific evidence for the claim that oily skin or hair causes acne
► If you or your spouse has had acne as a teenager, it is likely that your child will experience this.
Some myths about acne:
# Eating chocolate and greasy foods such as potato chips, burgers, the causes of acne.
# Getting a tan helps clear up acne.
# If you scrub your face more often, your skin will be clear and you will not get acne.
# Dirty skin causes acne;
# Stress does not cause acne.
How is acne treated?
Acne is treated by skin specialists known as dermatologists.
The goal is to heal existing lesions, stop new lesions by eruption, prevent scarring, and minimize the emotional stress and embarrassment caused by acne. Not only girls but also boys even before a very traumatic experience in their adolescent period. Drugs are used to reduce several problems that play a role in the pathogenesis of acne:
aggregation or abnormal cells in the follicle or increased production of oil or bacteria
Ø inflammation.
Depending on the severity of the problem and the type of acne, your doctor may recommend some (OTC) medicines over-the-counter and / or prescription drugs. Some may be topical (applied to the skin), and the other may be administered orally (by mouth).
How should people with acne care for their skin?
# Clean your skin gently.
# Avoid frequent handling of the skin - the people who communicated pinch, or select the risk of developing acne scars. You should avoid rubbing and touching their skin lesions.
# Shaving with care
# Choose carefully cosmetics
# Avoid a sunburn or suntan - many of the medications used to treat acne can make a person more prone to sunburn.
Some home remedies to cure acne -
1 dried orange peels beat well with water. Applied to the affected areas, such as face mask acne. Remove after 10 minutes.
2 pieces grated cucumber applied over the affected area.
3 Wipe the pimple with a fresh clove of garlic.
4 Drink plenty of water to flush out toxins from the body. It also gives a healthy glow to the skin
5 Make a paste of hay greek (methi) leaves applied overnight on acne and washed off next morning helps to control the problem.
What works for one person may not for others. What is a suitable treatment for one person may not clear another's acne. Do not be impatient! Consult a doctor if your condition worsens.
