Briefly Introducing The Disease Called Acne And The Subsequent Scars
Understanding Acne
There has been a great deal of cash spent in research into the disease known as acne. While there have been many advances in our learning of the annoying symptoms, and their treatment, there has been hardly, if any, advancement in our understanding of its primary causes, however, we do understand much more about things which can effect it, either negatively or positively.
Acne is a condition of the skin which is recognizable by the red, angry appearance of the skin together with pimples/spots (zits). With acne the sebaceous glands in the skin produce an excessive amount of oil (sebum) which cause the pores and hair follicles to become blocked. These blocked pores are commonly known as whiteheads and blackheads. These become inflamed and infected causing spots or pustules (zits) to appear. In sufferers of acne the process of shedding the dead skin cells does not work correctly which creates an increase in the production of dead skin cells further clogging the pores.
Virtually any person can be vulnerable to acne, it does not discriminate, however, it is commonly found more often in teenagers. Hormones are a trigger for breakouts and, because teenage bodies are usually flooded with hormones, they carry most risk. Besides the most obvious physical symptoms, acne can cause the person to become immensely self-conscious and terribly wary of their outward appearance. Alarmingly, even following an acne breakout the poor person can be left with very visible acne scars.
Treating Acne
Which way the disease is treated is usually dependent on how severe the acne is. Very severe breakouts of acne need to be treated by a medical professional who will, often, recommend a course of prescription antibiotic capsules, liquid, tablets or creams (to be taken for at least six months. Most often a topical anti-biotic cream is prescribed to be taken at the same time as oral antibiotics. A further often recommended treatment is Microdermabrasion, which can be performed in a beauty clinic or at home.
How To Remove Acne Scars
The best way to treat acne scars is to begin at the earliest opportunity and carry on with the treatment for as long as is necessary. The removal or reduction of scarring depends on a process called skin remodeling. This is a natural process in the skin but there are ways in which to accelerate it. The following treatments all help in this process; laser treatments, scrubbing massages, chemical peels or microdermabrasion.
Necessary Acne Advice
The paramount thing a person must do before beginning any type of treatment is to get advice from a doctor. Along with any prescription medicines, the physician will often advise a person to change their lifestyle. By eating a healthy diet, drinking plenty of water and exercising, a person can vastly improve the condition of the skin (you are what you eat).