Battling Acne: A Menu of Options for Mild to Severe Cases
If you suffer from acne, you probably know it’s one of the most common of all skin conditions. According to researchers at Johns Hopkins Evidence-based Practice Center who developed a report for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services a few years ago, as many as 45 million people in the U.S. have acne. What’s more, the Johns Hopkins investigators reported that 85% of the population between the ages 15-24 has acne to at least some extent.
Because acne tends to be at its worst during the years when your looks are ultra-important, simply knowing you’re in good company probably doesn’t comfort you much. If you’ve tried over-the-counter products without seeing much improvement in your skin’s condition, you may be considering a visit to a dermatologist. In that case, it’s likely that your physician will take one of two approaches: either a multi-faced plan with more than one weapon or a hierarchical approach trying the gentlest treatment first.
Acne is caused by a combination of excess oil production, dead skin cells, bacteria and irritation, therefore the strategy your doctor recommends may involve treatment for some or all these factors.
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