f there is one thing that’s certain about being a teenager, that would be the nasty acne. In fact, the estimated population of acne sufferers in the United States is about 17 million and 85 percent of these are teenagers, according to an article by Daniel P. Krowchuk, MD of Pediatrics in Review. The skin is our largest organ that holds every inch of our physical being together. However, when acne sets in its effects can be devastating both on the physical and psychological aspects of a person.
What is acne?
Acne is a condition medically referred to as “acne vulgaris”. It is a chronic skin condition that could last for years. Acne can manifest in the form of whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, spots, and nodules that mostly affect the person’s face. Other causes of acne also occur on the neck, chest, back, and shoulders. Teenagers who have acne are at risk for emotional distress. Not to mention the fact that acne can also wreak havoc to a teenager’s self-esteem. Others even develop the symptoms of depression because of it. Acne has no cure, but it can be treated. Clinics like the Natural Acne Clinic and many others, have already treated patients over the years with a 95% success rate. This goes to say that help is available in many ways so acne sufferers don’t have to wallow in depression. They just have to reach out and take action. Below are some ways on how to better manage acne as a teenager.
Avoid picking your skin.
Although it can be difficult to resist the urge to pick but you have to avoid it. Picking or popping your acne may only worsen it. When you try to pop it, your skin will be stretched thereby causing ugly-looking marks. Picking can also cause permanent scars. Read more…
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