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Acne - First Aid Treatment Guide

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What is ACNE?

  • It is a group of skin rashes
  • Acne Vulgaris, popularly called pimples, affects face
  • Caused by blocked hair follicles
  • Commonly affects the young

Causes

  • Increase in sex hormones during puberty
  • Oil glands of skin produce more secretions
  • Dead cells and secretions block hair follicles causing infections
  • Infected follicles gets inflamed leading to acne

Factors that can worsen your Acne

  • Hormonal changes during menses.
  • Squeezing of pimples
  • Pollution and high humidity
  • Oily diet
Oily Diet

Myths associated with the cause of Acne

  • Chocolates, junk food, dirty skin, and stress cause acne
Stress Chocolate
  • No scientific backing for these myths
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Treatment

  • Consult a skin specialist or dermatologist
  • Common medications include -
    1. Benzoyl peroxide
    2. Resorcinol
    3. Salicylic acid
    4. Sulfur drugs

Skin Care

  • Clean skin with mild Cleanser
Clean Skin
  • Avoid squeezing of pimples
  • Avoid sunburn
  • Use oil-free cosmetics
  • Avoid fizzy drinks
  • Eat a balanced diet
  • Drink plenty of fluids
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