Symptoms of Acne Vulgaris
November 11th, 2009 admin
Acne can be divided into two categories: inflamed and non-inflamed. The most common form of acne is known as acne vulgaris meaning “common acne”. Acne Vulgaris is a common form of acne, is the formation of comedones, pustules, nodules, as a result of obstruction and inflammation of pilosebaceous units. It consists of red, elevated areas on the skin that may develop into pustules and even further into cysts that can cause scarring. It is caused by change in the pilosebaseous units and tiny hair follicles on the face and body get clogged due to the too much emission of oils. Most of the time it appears it appears in teen and adults.
Symptoms:
- Acne develops most often on the face, neck, chest, shoulders, or back and can range from mild to severe.
- Mild acne usually causes only whiteheads or blackheads.
- Severe acne can produce hundreds of pimples that cover large areas of skin.
- Papules and pustules are red lesions 2 to 5 mm in diameter.
- Cystic acne can be painful. Other types cause no physical symptoms but can be a source of major emotional distress.
- Acne conglobata is the most severe form of acne vulgaris, affecting men more than women. Patients have abscesses, draining sinuses, and keloidal and atrophic scars.
The symptoms of acne may resemble other skin conditions. Always consult your doctor or physician for a diagnosis.
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