Archive for the 'Acne' Category

Causes and Symptoms of Acne

Tuesday, April 13th, 2010

Definition
From a medical point of view, acne is a very common dermatosis caused by an inflammation of the pilosebaceous follicles, which is induced by the bacterium Propionibacterium Acnes and/or by a change in hormones. Researchers have discovered the entire genome of this bacterium, which could lead to even more specifically targeted drugs in the future.
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Psychological Impact of Acne

Tuesday, April 13th, 2010

Acne is a very common skin disorder, varying in form from small red dots to large cysts. Those different types of acne can develop from one to another. According to statistical data, almost all people suffer from acne at some point of their life, and it’s not just teenagers as nearly 50% of adult women [...]