Causes and Treatment for Acne

Most people develop acne- known to be the most common skin condition, but it primarily affects the teenagers undergoing hormonal changes. Acne may be mild (few, occasional pimples), moderate (inflammatory papules), or severe (nodules and cysts). Treatment depends on the severity of the condition.

What causes for acne?

Acne is primarily a hormonal condition driven by male and ‘androgenic’ hormones, which typically become active during the teenage years. Sensitivity to such hormones, combined with bacteria on the skin, and fatty acids within oil glands, cause acne.

Though acne is essentially a normal physiologic occurrence, certain conditions may elevate the condition, including:

·         Fluctuation of hormone levels around the time of menses (women)

·         Picking acne lesions

How is acne treated?

Only three types of drugs have proven to work efficiently for the treatment of acne- antibiotics, benzoyl peroxide, and retinoid.

Benzoyl Peroxide: It usually targets surface bacteria, which often aggravate acne. Irritation is a common side effect.

Retinoid: (Vitamin A derivatives) treat blackheads and whiteheads, the first lesions of acne. The most common side effect is irritation.

Antibiotics: Either topically applied to the skin, or taken orally that help reduce inflammation in the skin. Antibiotics become more effective when combined with benzoyl peroxide or retinoid.

How can acne be prevented?

Follow these tips to reduce acne:

Choose a cleanser specially formulated to treat acne-prone skins. These products usually contain cyclical acid or benzoyl peroxide, which help clear acne sores.

Clean your face gently, as the acne breakouts may worsen the acne or cause scarring.

If your skin needs miniaturization, use only light, noncomedogenic moisturizers, which do not increase the occurrence of acne.

At Columbia Asia, we strive to cure cosmetic flaws and clinical complications and offer the best suited acne treatment for both men and women. Well-equipped rooms and a set of competent doctors surely make the Columbia Asia one of the best Dermatology hospitals in Bangalore.