ACNE Faq’s
These are the most common Frequently Asked Questions regarding acne and its treatments. This will definitely be a guide to your questions if not answer them completely.
Can not cleaning your skin too often cause acne?
Acne is a skin disorder which is formed because of excess oil secretion by the sebaceous gland. The oil secretion on reaction with the bacteria inside the pores on the skin causes acne. The formed lesion is further inflamed by the bacteria which consider the plugged pore to be a good breeding ground. It is therefore good to maintain a clean skin, but excess usage of soaps and other harsh cleaners can actually aggravate the acne present. Be gentle on your skin.
Can anyone get acne or only teenagers?
Acne is the most common skin disorder present in the whole world. 75% of all teens in the entire world face this problem, but in entirety it is not a teen problem alone. Statistics obtained by the American Academy of Dermatology claim that at least 80% of young adults suffer from mild acne, twenty five to thirty percent of grown men and more than fifty percent of grown women have acne. It is not unknown for young children to have it either. As it is a hereditary disorder, it can result in an outbreak any time. The most common times though are during menstruation, puberty, ovulation and menopause.
Can I do anything about it?
Like common cold, there has been no cure for acne as such, but many advances have been made to help treat it faster and safer. The most commonly used product for mild to moderate acne is any over the counter product that has Benzoyl Peroxide present in it. This helps control the bacteria responsible for causing acne. If you suffer from severe acne, it is better to get an appointment with your family dermatologist as there are different treatments based on the type of acne.
Does it take long for it to clear?
There are many factors that affect the healing process of acne. Your skin type, the spread of your acne, the severity of it and the pain that you are facing are some of the factors that can help a practitioner prescribe a course of action that can help reduce it. There is no ultimate cure and so, there is no guarantee or time limit. In general though, it should clear in about two to five months. The healing process may take longer though.