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- The Causes of Acne: Thinking through Myths and Misunderstandings - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Erik PearsonSince acne is widespread and typical during adolescence, the public doesn't seem to realize there's as much science underlying its causes as any other medical condition; furthermore, since acne isn't life threatening, the public seems to be content with vague hearsay like “just wash more” or ...
Views: 510 - Causes of Cystic Acne: Science Behind the Vicious Cycle - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Erik PearsonIn a few words, the cause of cystic acne is multiple ruptures and re-encapsulations. Let me explain... Cystic acne starts as normal acne: During the increased oil production of puberty, sometimes a sebaceous follicle becomes hyper-keratotic, meaning the follicle becomes hardened with ...
Views: 2084 - The TCA CROSS Method of Treating Acne Scars: New Hope for Deep Ice-Pick Type Scarring - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Erik PearsonDue to the difficulty in treating icepick-type acne scars, there seems to be a great deal of interest in the TCA Cross procedure but relatively few sources of solid information online. This article is based on the original research that first describes the method, "Focal Treatment of Acne ...
Views: 4269 - Acne Scarring: Finding the Best Treatment Based on Scar Type - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Erik PearsonFor most people, acne is a condition with psychological and social implications, but is ultimately confined to the teenage years; however, some unfortunate acne sufferers have an extreme immune response to acne, which leads to excessive collagen loss and scarring. Acne scarring is a unique ...
Views: 626 - Acne Treatment: Discovering Acne's Causes Aids in Finding the Best Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Erik PearsonIn order to find the best acne treatment, its important to understand its causes. According to current research, lack of washing, having dirty skin, and what we eat do not cause acne. On the contrary, acne is caused by increased oil production due to the increase of hormones during puberty. For ...
Views: 530 - Acne Laser Treatment: Is it worth the expense? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Erik PearsonLasers have a relatively long history of use with acne scars; however, the use of lasers to treat active acne is a newer concept. The results of recent research is promising, but not conclusive enough to warrant lasers as a primary treatment. At this point, acne lasers should probably be ...
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