Acne that develops during puberty is medically known as acne, a chronic inflammatory skin disease of the sebaceous gland units of hair follicles. It may be related to factors such as androgen levels and the reproduction of Acinetobacter spp. It can be improved by general treatment, medication and physical therapy.
1. Acne is a chronic inflammatory disease of the sebaceous glands of hair follicles, which occurs in adolescents and manifests itself as pimples, papules, pustules, nodules, etc. Its etiology is still not completely clear, and it may be related to factors such as increased levels of androgens, propagation of Propionibacterium acnes, and blockage of hair follicle orifices, etc. In addition, it may be affected by risk factors such as genetics, dietary factors, and mental stress.
2. It is recommended that acne patients avoid staying up late, ensure enough sleep, avoid eating spicy, stimulating and greasy food, and avoid squeezing and scratching the localized skin; if necessary, medications such as retinoic acid and adapalene gel can be used, and in severe cases, oral tetracycline and isotretinoin are required; physical treatments such as photodynamic therapy and fruit acid therapy can also help to improve acne.
It is recommended that acne patients seek timely medical treatment, standardize treatment under the guidance of a doctor, and avoid self-medication to avoid delaying the condition.