Acne

Adult acne.The number of adults who have acne is growing.

 

Acne facts

" Acne is a skin condition that consists of pimples, deeper lumps (cysts or nodules), and plugged pores (blackheads and whiteheads), that occur on the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders, and even the upper arms.

" Acne usually begins in puberty, but the condition is not restricted to any age group. Adults in their 20s, 30s, 40s  even into their 50s  can develop acne.

" Acne is caused by three major factors:

Overproduction of oil by enlarged oil glands in the skin.

Blockage of the hair follicles that release oil.

Growth of bacteria, called P. acnes, within the hair follicles.

Many new treatmentsare available to treat acne