Fri 31 Oct, 2008
Acne is a skin disorder that results from the action of hormones on the sebaceous glands of the skin. It is most common among teens and young adults, although infants and mature adults can also be affected. People have been suffering from acne for centuries. However, after all this suffering the question still needs an answer…is there really an acne cure?
Because there are so many people suffering with this disorder it really is no wonder the market is saturated with a ton of so called acne cures. Most dermatologists and doctors would probably deny the fact that acne cures actually exist even though some acne medicines like accutane do provide relief for certain acne sufferers.
Non-prescription acne cleansers, astringents, pimple creams, and moisturizers are some of the over-the-counter products many acne sufferers will resort to. These work by encouraging the skin to peel off and unplugging blackheads and whiteheads.
Other prescription topical antibiotics help fight acne by means of killing the bacteria that infect the pores. It must be noted that longer use of these forms of acne cures may cause some bacteria to become resistant to them. Many may also produce side effects, such as dryness, redness, and irritation.
Another option that relieves acne by killing the bacteria is oral antibiotics. Sufferers must consider side effects when taking oral anitbiotics such as nausea and dizziness.
One other alternative to consider that may be the most controversial are vitamin A derivatives. They can prevent skin cells from clumping together and they promote shedding of the skin. Irritation, redness and dryness are a number of side effects to consider with this option. Much care and caution must be used when considering these derivatives because there have been some cases reported that attribute some birth defects and psychological disorders to their use.
Taking the time to prevent outbreaks is usually easier than trying to cure them. As your mother might have told you, “an ounce of prevention is like a pound of cure”!And as always, consult with your doctor before beginning or trying any medical treatment.