Acne, also known as acne vulgaris /pimples , is a long-term skin disease that occurs when hair follicles are clogged with dead skin cells and oil from the skin. It is characterized by blackheads or whiteheads, pimples, oily skin, and possible scarring.
Stages Of Acne
CAUSES:
Genetics is thought to be the primary cause. Other factors include – emotional stress, hormonal changes, menstruation, PCOS, propionibacterium acnes , cosmetic use, unhealthy food habits, faulty life style,poor hygiene, use of certain medicines, etc.
More androgen hormone secretion- The sebum glands are very sensitive to androgen hormone. Rising of androgen hormone levels cause the oil glands to more enlarge and to produce more sebum. Excessive sebum can break down cellular walls in the pores, causing bacteria to grow.
Causes of Acne
TYPES of acne :
•Whiteheads (closed plugged pores)
•Blackheads (open plugged pores)
•Papules :Small red, tender bumps
•Pimples (pustules), which are papules with pus at their tips
•Nodules :Large, solid, painful lumps beneath the surface of the skin
•Cystic lesions : Painful, pus-filled lumps beneath the surface of the skin.
Types of Acne
ADVICE:
1. Wash your face twice in a day.
2. Do not scrub the skin or burst the pimples. This may push the infection further down, causing more blocking, swelling, and redness.
3. Avoid popping your pimples, as this causes scarring on your face.
4. Drink plenty of water.
5. Avoid oily ,fatty food, junk food ,etc
Cured Cases :
Acne treatment – before and after
HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT:
Homeopathy can cure acne by acting on its root causes thus offers long term cure and provide a healthy skin, along with a feeling of general well-being.