Acne treatment (1)

     ACNE  is a very common skin disease and can affect most people at some point of their life. Although this is a common condition, dealing with it can be a hassle. While pimples might be painful and annoying, popping up times when one really want to look good is also a reason why many peoples hate it. One big pimple on the end of the nose might ruin one's day.

People with Acne may feel embarrass or shy when meeting people

Treatment of acne

       The treatment plan will depends on the severity of acne and the severity is usually determine by the doctors based on the appearance of the skin, the number of spots and the severity of inflammation :

a) Mild 

- Most people with mild acne have blackheads and whiteheads that are confined on the face.

- Usually treated with topical gel / cream like 

• Benzoxyl peroxide 
• Retinoids
• Antibiotics
• Azalaic acid

b) Moderate 

- Most people with moderate acne have a combination of whitehead, blackheads, papules and pustules that may extend to the shoulders and back.

-  Can be treated by using the topical gel/ cream above plus an oral antibiotic

c) Severe 

- Most people with severe acnes has papules and pustules as well but they also have nodules and cysts and the spread of acne may be extensive.

- This type of acne must be refer to dermatologist

These are some articles and guidelines for acne:

1) http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Acne/Pages/Introduction.aspx?url=Pages%2FWhat-is-it.aspx
2) http://www.acne.org.au/