Sometimes acne is nothing more than a simple pimple, a bit of trapped pus consisting of sebum, dead skin cells and white blood cells. But it can be more severe. Knowing which type you have is key to a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. Professionals recommending a course of treatment will rank … [Read more...]
Accutane and depression
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A rehashed story gets legs again. I remember years ago when I took Accutane, actually I took it twice, I did have some of the side effects of depression. As most people that take Accutane are teenagers with hormonal issues already this can be expected. The thing that is most important for any parent … [Read more...]
Prescription Acne Treatment
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There are dozens of prescription medications to treat moderate to severe acne. Some are topical (applied to the skin surface), others are taken as pills or injections. All require at least one visit to a professional dermatologist or physician. Fortunately, the majority fall into a few simple … [Read more...]
Advanced Acne Treatments
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Some acne cases require more advanced treatment methods. In some individuals, the motivation isn't just the severity of the acne as much as the desire to avoid side effects from medication. Whatever the motive, advanced acne treatments offer an alternative that is attractive to many. Among the most … [Read more...]
5 things to know about acne
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As prom season looms, here's some advice from Dr. Jason Green, a dermatologist, on treating and preventing acne. 1) Hormones, stress: "No one's too old to have acne," Green says. "It's not restricted to puberty." Factors that can aggravate acne include an increase in male hormones in males and … [Read more...]
