Acne, blackheads, treatment
Acne treatment Acne (acne or blackheads) is a disease of the sebaceous glands of the skin, so acne occurs on the skin where there is a large number of sebaceous glands (face, back, chest). The activity of the sebaceous glands is controlled by sex hormones, so most often acne appears in adolescence, during puberty. But there are cases when acne appears at an older age, as well as in young children, then this may indicate a concomitant disease.
To determine the optimal method of acne treatment, it is necessary to consult a specialist of our clinic, who, based on your complaints, the form of the disease and its course, will be able to select an individual treatment program for you.
Symptoms of acne vulgaris
Acne is characterized by a rash in the form of red-pink inflammatory nodules, pustules (acne) and blackheads (comedones) in the sebaceous glands.
The main causes of acne development
increased sebum production and changes in its composition blockage of the sebaceous glands’ excretory ducts addition of a specific infection (Propionbacterium acne) inflammation Depending on the causes of acne, acne itself may have a particular localization, as well as a more pronounced one of the components of the rash. Naturally, a specialist must take this into account when prescribing treatment.
Diagnosis of acne
The clinical manifestations of acne are quite typical, so it is not difficult for a specialist to make a diagnosis. However, for the most effective treatment of acne, it is necessary to determine the dominant cause of its occurrence. Quite often, acne is accompanied by changes in hormonal levels, in addition, for a comprehensive examination of patients, a number of blood parameters are examined: biochemical blood test, complete blood count and other indicators
Treatment of acne vulgaris
Acne treatment is a rather painstaking process that requires the active participation of the patient. Only together can a doctor and patient overcome this disease. In case of mild forms of acne, it is enough to adjust cosmetic skin care or prescribe minimal external treatment. But there are severe forms of the disease that require immediate medical intervention. For the most effective treatment of acne, methods are used that act on all mechanisms of acne development and formation. Modern methods of acne treatment include:
- local and systemic antibiotics,
- retinoids,
- various cosmetic products,
- diet,
- Laser treatment with IPL-AC Dual Venus Versa,
- plasma shower (plasma shower)
- laser carbon peeling
Sometimes acne treatment requires lifestyle modification: giving up bad habits and constant proper skin care. It should be remembered that acne should be treated on time. You should not wait until pimples “go away with age”; too often they leave a “memory” in the form of scars.
Specialized skin care for acne
Along with external and hardware treatment of acne, specialized skin care is the most important component. The skin should be gently cleansed with special products such as cleansing gel, scrub, and, if necessary, therapeutic masks, and only after that, a medicated cream or ointment should be applied to the skin.
“DermCom”, the dermatology department of Coolaser Clinic in Kyiv, specializes in the comprehensive treatment of acne and helps its patients to overcome this disease.
