Acne Causes, Symptoms & Treatments | Gaia Medical

By healthiraqteam | Updated: April 29, 2020, 2:42 p.m.

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If you are worried about any symptoms you may be having, please speak to a qualified healthcare professional or doctor. 
What is acne?
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions
It causes oily skin, redness, and different types of spots to develop on the face & body
It affects most people at some stage in their lives, but it usually develops in teenagers & young adults
There are many different types of acne, but the most common one is:
Acne Vulgaris
(also known as common acne)
What causes acne?
Acne usually develops when the body is going through hormonal changes. It can be caused by:
Puberty
Periods
Pregnancy
Menopause
Hormonal contraceptives
Other medications
What are the different kinds of acne spots?
What are some other problems caused by acne?
Acne scars
Dark marks or patches
Anxiety
Depression
Low self-esteem
Becoming socially withdrawn
Where do people usually get acne?
Face
Back
Chest
You can get acne anywhere on your body, but the most common areas it appears in are the:
How can you reduce flare ups?
Don't wash your face or skin more than twice a day
Use lukewarm water to wash your face & body
Don't squeeze your spots
Use "non-comedogenic" make-up & skincare products
Remove make-up completely before you sleep
Use fragrance-free water based lotions, sprays, cream or ointment for dry skin
Some things you can do at home to reduce flare ups include:
Which topical medications are used to treat acne?
"Topical medications" are medications which you can put directly on your skin, such as creams, lotions and gels.
The following topical medications can be used to treat acne:

Benzoyl Peroxide
Medical-grade
skincare products
Topical retinoids
Topical antibiotics
Azelaic acid
Salicylic acid
Which systemic medications are used to treat acne?
"Systemic medications" are medications that affect your whole body, not just your skin. For acne they usually come in the form of tablets or pills.
The following systemic medications can be used to treat acne:

Antibiotic pills
Hormonal pills
Isotretinoin pills
Contraceptive pill
!
Some acne medications should only be taken if they have been prescribed by a doctor.

Are there any other acne treatments?
There are also some non-medical treatment options for acne, such as:
However, these treatments may not work and may not be recommended by your doctor.
Comedone extractor
Chemical peels
Light therapy
!
Which type of doctor can treat acne?
Mild cases of acne can usually be treated by your family doctor.
If you have more severe symptoms, your family doctor may ask you to see a
Dermatologist
(a specialist skin doctor)
To read more about acne, visit our website:
www.gaiamedical.co.uk
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