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When
you need to consult a Dermatologist (A physician that studies
the skin (derma)
Acne Vulgaris: Acne is a word derived
from the Latin meaning "Peak or point" Vulgaris
is a disorder of the skin.
Everyones'
skin has thousands of microscopic pores that are there for
the purpose of cooling the body through sweat emissions
through these pores, grooming the skin and hair with the
emissions of natural oils emitted through these pores from
the sabaceous glands located in every pore beneathe the
surface of the skin.
Acne
can occur on the face, neck, chest or the back when these
microscopic pores become clogged. Clogging these tiny pores
can happen with unclean skin or over active sebacious glands.
You can also get rid of acne
on the scalp however this is not as prevelant on on the
face or back, maybe because we brush and comb our hair everyday,
stimulating the pores and keeping the oils moving freely.
Acne usually occurs in the teen years when hormones are
the most active. There can also be acne occurences with
adults or infants. When our natural oils from these pores
reaches the surface of the skin and the air comes in contact
with the oils it can become hardened, creating a blackhead
( comadome). The pore is now plugged and an infection can
now happen. The pustules form and become reddened and very
tender to the touch. At this point there are many topical
ointments that can help along with home remedies.
When it becomes necessary to seek help from a dermatologist
is when every thing you have tried, fails and none of the
home remedies are helping and it looks as though things
are worsening.Dermatologist then can turn to prescription
medication to be taken by mouth.
On the positive side, almost every case of severely acne-prone
skin can be cured if you choose the proper procedures. The
latest treatments for severe cases of acne include a combination
of physical treatments combined with the use of prescription
acne medications, for example Accutane. Physical acne procedures
include surgical procedures (Drainage & Extraction,
Intralesional Corticosteroid Injections and laser technology)
and non-surgical therapeutic options (light therapy).
Precription
medication, Accutane should be closely supervised by a physician
as if the patient being treated becomes pregnant while on
this medication, it can cause birth defects. Pregnancy test
should be done every month before contiuing with refills
of Accutane.
Acne treatment should only be professionally
treated by a dermatologist. Acne therapies are determined
by several factors such as:
The major types of acne lesions present on the skin The
skin's tolerance and condition Your acne's response to previous
therapies Concurrent medical treatments you may be undergoing
You personal lifestyle How this disorder is affecting the
emotions of the individual.
Acne can be cured, but understand, The Dermatologist needs
to be honest about the slow positive effects. It is not
a quick cure especially in the severe cases when a Dermatologist
need to be consulted.
The
skin is the largest organ in the human body. It is the first
line of defense for all airborn disease and the everyday
bacteria we come in contact with. Therefore any skin disease
like acne, in the severe cases should be attended by a physician
or a Dermatologist.
Dermatologist
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