What is Acne?

Acne at its most basic is a disorder of the hair follicle or pore of the skin. Acne vulgaris, as common acne is known, is classified as a chronic inflammatory disease of the skin. Under this condition, the oil/ sebum producing glands are overactive and the pores & follicle open up due to excess sebum production. The sebum deposits attract infection and the affected area becomes red, develops pustules & pimples.

Who Suffers From Acne?

Acne often first appears during puberty, when there is a surge of androgen hormones within the body. Androgens stimulate the sebaceous glands, creating an oilier complexion and one more prone to breakouts. Acne most frequently effects teens and preteens. Three out of four teens will experience acne. Acne strikes both sexes equally, but teen boys tend to have longer lasting and more severe acne than do girls.

But acne is not limited to teens. Many men and women suffer from adult onset acne breakouts. Acne can also occur in babies, toddlers, and children.


                                                                    

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