Acne Medicine :
Your resource for acne information
About Acne
Acne is a common skin condition characterized by outbreaks of lesions better known as pimples or zits. These skin lesions include everything from whiteheads and blackheads to more deeply lodged cysts, and are all the result of clogged pores. Acne typically develops on the face, neck, back, chest and shoulders. Acne is rarely a serious medical condition, though in some cases it may lead to scarring of the skin and can be emotionally stressful.
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You Are Not Alone
Nearly 17 million people in the United States have acne. The majority are teenagers.
Almost 85 percent of people with acne are between the ages of 15 and 24, and more than 40 percent of these young people have acne that is significant enough to require treatment from a dermatologist.
Although teen acne is common, many adults have acne too. A study in an issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology cited 54% of women and 40% of men suffer from acne. In fact, adult acne is on the rise, particularly among women.
Acne Can be Treated
We know more today than ever before about the causes of acne, skin care and the treatment of acne. Scientific research is dispelling old myths and replacing them with better-informed skin care practices. In addition, a wide range of acne medications make it possible for virtually every case of acne to be treated and to help you achieve healthy skin.
To learn about a variety of acne treatments that are available today, check out the acne treatments and acne products sections on this website. These sections will introduce you to a variety of options that are out there for people with acne.
- Acne is highly individual and varies from person to person in type and severity.
- Acne can range from the occasional whitehead to very large and painful cysts that can be difficult to treat and that may cause scarring.
- In most cases, visiting a dermatologist can help you manage your acne.
