Acne

By Kelly Purcell

What is Acne?

• A common skin condition producing pimples on face and upper torso

What Causes Acne?

• Caused by:

• Caused by:– an interaction between hormones– Skin oils– Bacteria

• This results in an inflammation of hair follicles

What is Does to the Skin

• Bacteria, dried sebum, and dead skin cells clog pores

• Blocks sebum(oily substance) from leaving pores

• Black heads may develop

Signs and Symptoms

• Mild Acne:– Noninflamed blackheads– Moderate number of small pimples

• Severe acne:– Numerous large, red, painful lumps– Giants oozing abysses

How You Get Acne

• Anyone can get it• Most common in teens going through puberty

Cures

• Mild Acne:

• Nonprescription creams with either clindamycin, benzozyl perxoide, or erythromycin

• Severe Acne:

• Antibiotics given by mouth including tetracycline, monocyclne, or doxycycline