In this video Dr O'Donovan explains key things you need to know about ACNE - a common skin condition.
What is acne?
Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. It often causes whiteheads, blackheads, or pimples, and can appear on the face, forehead, chest, upper back, and shoulders. Acne is most common among teenagers, though it affects people of all ages.
How do you treat acne?
Treatment for acne depends on its severity and persistence. Here are some common approaches:
Topical Treatments
- Over-the-counter (OTC) topical treatments: These include products with ingredients like benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, alpha hydroxy acids, and sulfur.
- Prescription topical treatments: These may include retinoids, stronger benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics, or a combination of these.
Oral Medications
- Antibiotics: To reduce bacteria and fight inflammation.
- Oral contraceptives: For women, certain birth control pills may help regulate hormones that cause acne.
- Anti-androgen agents: These can help by reducing the androgen hormones that increase oil production.
- Isotretinoin: A powerful drug used for severe acne that doesn’t respond to other treatments.
Other Treatments
Light therapy: Various light treatments can help reduce acne.
Chemical peels: These can remove dead skin cells and reduce inflammation.
Drainage and extraction: This is a procedure to remove large cysts.
Steroid injections: These can reduce inflammation and shrink cysts quickly.
What are the symptoms of acne?
The symptoms of acne can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Common signs include:
- Whiteheads: Closed plugged pores.
- Blackheads: Open plugged pores.
- Small red, tender bumps: Called papules.
- Pimples: Papules with pus at their tips.
- Large, solid, painful lumps: Called nodules, beneath the surface of the skin.
- Painful, pus-filled lumps: Called cystic lesions, beneath the surface of the skin.
Content and timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:22 - What is acne?
00:56 - Causes of acne
02:07 - What does acne look like?
02:47 - Acne treatment
04:53 - Prevention and home management of acne
Resources and references:
Cleveland Clinic information (USA): [ Ссылка ]
NHS information on acne (UK): [ Ссылка ]
Video created on: July 2024. Next update: July 2027.
If you have any concerns about your health, please always consult your own health provider. This is an educational resource only.
#acne #skin #dermatology #acnetreatment
************************************************************************
Connect through:
Website: www.doctorodonovan.com/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/doctorodonovan
TikTok: @doctorodonovan
LinkedIn: [ Ссылка ]
**************************************************************************
Disclaimer:
The video is intended as an educational resource only. The information within this video or on this channel isn't designed to replace professional input, so if you have any medical issues please consult a medical provider. No professional relationship is being created by watching this video. Dr. O'Donovan cannot give any individual medical advice. All information should be verified for accuracy by the individual user. Dr O'Donovan accepts no responsibility for individual interpretation of data, although it is always accurate to the best of his knowledge at the time of the video being published. This is an EDUCATIONAL video. Images are used in accordance with fair use guidelines.
Legal information:
Content provided via YouTube is for general information purposes ONLY. Information videos are not produced to provide individualised medical advice. Medical education videos on Doctor O'Donovan are not a substitute for professional professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. NEVER ignore professional medical advice because of something you have heard here. ALWAYS consult your doctor regarding any concerns about your condition or treatment.
