DR. ANNIE FLORA, Aesthetic Dermatologist, Laser & Hair Transplant Surgeon

Acne  or pimples as they are commonly called, is nothing but a block in the outlet of the oil secreting glands a.k.a sebaceous glands, going in for bulging of the glands, causing irritation to the surrounding skin, resulting in acne. Acne presents at different stages: When the oil gland is blocked, it first starts as a comedone, either a white head or black head stage. Some of them then progress to the papule stage. Later when it gets infected, the pustule forms.      Comedone stage: Papular Stage Pustular Stage:   Nodulocystic  Stage: Acne can occur due to    PCOS,    Cushing’s syndrome    Lithium, Cortecosteroid tablets, etc    Cosmetic usage    Steroid cream MISUSE on the  face ( for skin lightening)    Seborrheic Dermatitis    Pre-menstrual flare of acne When the acne heals, it can normally disappear or leave behind a brown spot, o...

        Acne / Pimples is a physiological process of life. Its a phase that almost all of us go through. It has a wide spectrum of skin damage, ranging from mild to severe.        Acne consists of Microcomedones, Black heads, white heads, small papules, red pimples, big pus & sebum filled cysts, etc. Acne lesions can also occur on the neck, chest, back, etc...         As acne heals, each spot has a pigmentation or a scar as a reminder. For some, the marks fade away, but majority tend to have it for quite a long time. As for the scars, correcting them is another story.. Acne can also occur due to hormonal reasons, steroid applications on the face, medications induced, or occlusive fairness OTC creams, etc.. a proper history will help in bringing out the cause.       Coming to acne treatment proper.... When does one need acne treatment? As one or two pimples pop out on the skin, its time to start takin...