ACNE TREATMENT

Acne is a skin condition comprising of inflammation due to excess oil or sebum produced by glands together with dead skin pores.

These two in combination, clog the pores resulting in inflammation, which may become purulent whiteheads or blackheads due to bacteria in the area.

If the inflammation or clogged pores run deep into the skin, this area may form a cyst. The cyst typically is only painful or colored when it becomes infected. As you can see from the above description, there are many causes of acne, falling into four categories, namely bacteria, hereditary, hormonal or clogged pores. The sebaceous glands secrete oil naturally in response to an increase of testosterone in both men and women at puberty.

Acne typically affects 80-90% of adolescents of sexes, boys more than girls do. Acne can develop later in adult years and can be found in infants, the activation of sebaceous glands in utero. Acne can be a chronic problem in adults over 40 years as noted in 70% of sufferers, or can resolve spontaneously after 4-5 years about 1% in men and 5% in women. Acne usually affects the face, chest, and back. Acne is not caused by dirt, or a diet with too much sugar or caffeine, although these can aggravate it.

Other factors can effect acne include over exposure to certain weathers , stress, hormonal changes, oily skin, endocrine conditions, certain tumors and response to certain medications or drugs.

TREATMENT
Since acne is often hereditary it cannot be prevented, but good skin toileting or cleansing can improve the condition by reducing further lesions.

Certain medicinal ointments and cleansers are recommended when the condition becomes uncomfortable or unsightly. These include sulfur amongst other chemicals.

Since the Dead Sea, products have higher sulfur content they are useful in the cleansing required to purify the skin. Antibiotics and hormonal or steroid medications are prescribed in severe cases. However, other management is always advisable first as these medications, all have negative side affects. Acne can always have adverse psychological effects, as ones body image is greatly determined during puberty and adolescents.

To assist in developing a sense of control, self-esteem, and good body scheme, it is possible to restore healthy balance. With balanced diet, exercise, and plenty of water, these assist in enabling the body to remove toxins and restore natural health necessary to enhance spontaneous recovery from this condition.

** Note: It is suggested that contact with ones doctor is still imperative.