Acne on the back during puberty may be caused by acne or folliculitis, which can be treated with topical and oral medications.
1. Acne: Acne is a common cause of pimples on the back during puberty. It may be caused by the local sebaceous glands or the blockage of the hair follicles, resulting in a red rash on the back. You can apply adapalene gel and retinoic acid cream locally for treatment.
2. Folliculitis: Folliculitis may be related to lack of attention to hygiene, resulting in the appearance of red pimples or pustules on the back, and will be accompanied by redness, swelling, pain, itching and other discomfort. You can apply mupirocin ointment and clindamycin gel locally, or take doxycycline and clindamycin orally if the symptoms are particularly severe.
The adolescent back acne patients should actively seek medical attention, clear cause, follow the doctor’s instructions standardized treatment. Usually be careful not to scratch, so as not to appear infected, must be in the doctor’s guidance under the use of drugs, so as not to aggravate the condition.