ACNE

DESCRIPTION:

• One of the most common skin diseases
• Inflammation of the sebaceous glands causes pimples or blackheads.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

• The face and the upper body are the most common sites.
• Inflamed lesions are papules, pustules, and cysts.

SOME CAUSES OF ACNE

• Overproduction of oil (sebum)
• Irregular shedding of dead skin cells resulting in irritation of the hair follicles of your skin
• Buildup of bacteria

RISK FACTORS

• Cosmetics
• Drugs
• Diet
• Climate
• Stress

TREATMENT

• Cleansing and exfoliating
• Keeping it clear
• Medications

PREVENTION

• Keep face clean
• Moisturize
• Keep hands off your face
• Keep out of sun