Acne is a common inflammatory skin disorder consisting of  blackheads, whiteheads, pimples or cysts on the face or body. Most acne problems occur during the adolescence, but it can sometimes occur before or even after the teenage years.

Because it often involves the face, acne may exert a detrimental effect on one’s self-esteem. Normally, minor acne is self-limited, but there are more severe forms that may require strong medication to avert any chance of permanent scarring.

There are a number of techniques available today to treat acne. Doctors can recommend habitual changes in a person’s lifestyle to help reduce the recurrence of breakouts. Medications, both topical and systemic, are used to lessen the severity of outbreaks.

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