Acne Overview

ACNE

Acne. Jere. Pimples. Defects. No matter what you call them, acne can be distressing and annoyingly persistent. Acne lesions heal slowly, and when it begins to resolve, others seem to occur.

Hormones probably play a role in the development of acne, making the condition most common among adolescents. But people of all ages can get acne. Some adult women experience acne due to hormonal changes associated with pregnancy, their menstrual cycle, or starting and stopping the pill.

Depending on its severity, acne can cause anxiety and lead to scarring of the skin. The good news is that effective treatments are available - and the first treatment starts, the lower the risk of permanent physical and emotional damage.