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What Treatment Is Available For Severe Acne
By Steve Williams
Severe acne can be detrimental to the thin layers of skin on your forehead and
face. It can also cause extreme irritation, resulting in open wounds,
puss-filled pores, and unsightly scarring.
This type of acne is quite different than mild or moderate cases. Severe acne
needs the immediate attention of a qualified dermatologist and your family
practitioner.
Severe or acute acne can be caused by both environmental and genetic variables.
Prevention and treatment are the best ways to deal with such cases. Seldom does
an extreme acne sufferer's skin clear up naturally, but in most instances, it
actually worsens.
Usually a dermatologist will recommend a combination of both topical cream and
oral drugs. Several types available include different antibiotics, benzyl
peroxides, Tretinoin, Adapalen and the strong, yet effective Azelaic Acid.
Antibiotics and this acid can work wonderfully, attacking the source of
inflammation-the bacteria lining the follicle.
The other topical drug, Tretinoin, is simply a form of vitamin A that stops the
development of comedones, or inflamed hair follicles. While it doesn't
necessarily stop the growth of bacteria, this is a more natural way of
unplugging clogged pores that cause inflammation and lesions, thereby allowing
the use of topical antibiotic cream to work deeply within the skin.
Another drug that isn't so natural in it's approach are the newer forms of
Retinoid drugs. These drugs are quite powerful in the way they work. Like
Tretinoin, these drugs, often Tazarotene or Adapalen, also help to fight off the
development of comedones or comedo lesions.
These drugs, although not available over the counter (OTC), come in different
forms. Similar to OTC drugs, these come in a variety of solutions, gels, lotions
and creams. Your dermatologist will immediately know which type is right for
your skin and prescribe what she or he believes will most effectively open pores
and fight-off unwanted bacteria.
Dermatologist will routinely ask you which form of medication you'd prefer.
Creams are good for those with extra sensitive skin, while gels and other
solutions tend to make the skin become more dry and irritated. He or she may
recommend one or the other based on gender and/or whether you live in a hot and
humid climate.
At first, your skin may look and feel worse with the use of such strong
medications. If the pain becomes unbearable or if you develop a rash or extreme
redness of any kind, be sure to stop using the product and immediately talk to
your doctor and dermatologist.
Similarly to OTC treatments, it will take up to eight weeks for you to actually
notice improvements. But, once it begins to clear, it will make a world of
difference to how your skin looks and feels.
Steve Williams is a freelance writer, who suffered acne for many years. His
research into prevention and acne cures have helped him, and other fellow
sufferers.
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