Many teenagers and young adults suffer
from acne, also known as rosacea. Acne is an inflammation occurring in a
blocked pore next to a sebaceous (oil) gland. If the skin pore is blocked there
will be an oil build-up in the area which causes irritation. With this
irritation, bacteria can also multiply causing an inflammation. This
inflammation is manifested by swelling, tenderness and redness. There is also
the presence of blackhead and pus.
Oil glands are located just under the skin
and the oil (sebum) they secrete is used to protect and lubricate the hair and skin. The glands are located next to the hair follicle and the oil is released to the hair and skin through the same
pore.
Acne is a problem that can have a lasting
effect to the sufferer. It not only leaves physical scars but also can
affect the person mentally and emotionally.
Often chronic acne sufferers can loose
self-confidence because of this condition especially when they are evident on the
facial area. Acne can occur in the skin of the face, upper torso (chest, upper
back, shoulders), and neck.
It is said that this condition is related
to hormonal changes in the body. This is the reason why teenagers and young
adults are prone to acne. They undergo big hormonal changes (increase of the
hormone called androgen) in the body affecting the production of oil glands
(increased production).
Both
males and females are prone to have acne. If there is family history of acne,
then the chance of having this condition is greater.
There are ways on how to cure acne. The physicians can prescribe
antibiotics or other medications if the antibiotics do not work. There are also
other alternative methods that one can try to treat acne.
