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Acne

DID YOU KNOW?
Acne is not caused by diet! Extensive scientific studies have not found a connection between diet and acne.  Not chocolate. Not french fries. Not pizza. Nonetheless, some people insist that certain foods affect their acne. In that case, avoid those foods. Besides, eating a balanced diet always makes sense. However, according to the scientific evidence, if acne is being treated properly, there's no need to worry about food affecting the acne.   
Vigorous washing and scrubbing can irritate your skin and make acne worse.  Dermatologists recommend gently washing the affected areas twice a day with mild soap and warm water.

What is Acne?

Acne is the term for plugged pores (blackheads and whiteheads), pimples, and even deeper lumps (cysts or nodules) that occur on the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and even the upper arms.  Acne affects most teenagers to some extent.  However, the disease is not restricted to any age group; adults in their 20s - even into their 40s - can get acne.  While not a life threatening condition, acne can be upsetting and disfiguring.  When severe, acne can lead to serious and permanent scarring.  Even less severe cases can lead to scarring.

Today, virtually every case of acne can be resolved.  If the acne treatments you have tried are not clearing your skin, it may be time to see a dermatologist.  We have many treatment options at our disposal to help resolve even the most stubborn cases.  Treatments include oral and topical medications, advanced cleaning tools, and light-based treatments such as lasers .