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While acne can occur at any age, it is more common in teenagers to have acne, 80% of young people have acne before the age of 30. Acne tends to decrease with age, but good skin care habits can improve skin condition.
1. Some Symptoms of Acne
Symptoms of acne vary in severity and are most prominent during puberty. Signs on areas of the body with the most oil glands (face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and upper arms):
Clogged pores (pimples, blackheads and whiteheads) Disease papules (increased lesions) pustules (increased pus-filled lesions) cysts (nodules filled with pus or fluid) The least severe type of acne lesions are whiteheads or blackheads. This type is also the easiest to treat acne. With more extensive acne, you may need medication prescribed by a skin specialist to reduce inflammation, bacterial infection, redness, and pus.
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2. When to see a doctor?
Treating acne early will be the best key to avoid fast and effective skin recovery. When there are some breakouts or more severe acne, consult a dermatologist about some of the following treatments:
2.1. Severe acne. Seeing a dermatologist can help control this.
2.2. Treatments do not require a prescription. Try an over-the-counter treatment like a topical retinoid gel or those containing benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, or lactic acid for a few months. If the use of this method does not improve the skin condition, then it is time to contact a dermatologist.
2.3. Acne appears after you start taking the medication. Some medications for anxiety, depression, and other conditions can cause acne or similar symptoms. Please contact the doctor treating you to be able to change the prescription accordingly, without causing skin-related side effects.
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2.4. You notice scarring on your skin. A dermatologist will monitor the skin condition and then give advice on how to treat the scar.
2.5. It affects your confidence. Having beautiful skin makes you feel more confident. If you don't feel confident because of your acne, contacting a dermatologist will help you feel more confident.
3. Conclusion
Although some expert skin doctor's advice offers benefits in the treatment of acne . But there are a few things you can do yourself to prevent acne from coming back and improve the effectiveness of treatment. First of all, to prevent oily skin, which can contribute to acne, keep your skin clean. Wash your face and neck twice daily with mild soap and warm water. But never rub your face! That can irritate your skin and make acne worse. Reference source: Webmd.com; Healthline.com
