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Cause Of Zits

Health Encyclopedia: Acne

Definition

Acne is a skin condition characterized by whiteheads, blackheads, and inflamed red pimples or "zits."

Alternative Names

Acne vulgaris; Cystic acne; Pimples; Zits

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Acne occurs when tiny holes on the surface of the skin called pores become clogged. Each pore is an opening to a canal called a follicle, which contains a hair and an oil gland. Normally, the oil glands help keep the skin lubricated and help remove old skin cells...

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Expert & Community Posts

Does Toothpaste Really Work on Pimples?

By Sue Chung , Health Expert

Myths abound when it comes to quick fixes for acne. The appearance of zits causes most of us, no... Read more »

Stress: Skin-Damaging, Acne-Causing

By healthgal , Health Expert

...pimple erupted?? According to experts - yes, the acne may have come because instead of adopting... Read more »

Anti-Acne Prescription Medications

By Sue Chung , Health Expert

I keep reading about lots of different types of acne medications but I'm not sure what I'm supposed... Read more »

In response to MadDad...

By Sue Chung , Health Expert

MadDad said... My son has acne, and his dermatologist says the best way to treat it beyond... Read more »

Six Strategies for Taming Teenage Acne

By Dr. Hema Sundaram , Health Expert

1. Play it cool but take action Acne can profoundly impact self-esteem at any age, especially... Read more »

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Health Guide

Acne

Acne vulgaris; Cystic acne; Pimples; Zits Prevention References American Academy of Dermatology. AcneNet page. Available at:... Read more »

Acne

Acne vulgaris; Cystic acne; Pimples; Zits Symptoms Whiteheads Blackheads Pustules Cysts ... Read more »

Rosacea Treatment and Prevention

...may appear as redness, prominent spider-like blood vessels, swelling, or skin eruptions similar to acne. Alternative Names Acne rosacea Causes, incidence, and risk... Read more »

Acne

Acne vulgaris; Cystic acne; Pimples; Zits Treatment Take the following self-care steps to lessen the effects of acne: Clean your skin gently with a mild,... Read more »

Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers: Highlights

...some promise against various forms of skin cancer. These include the oral retinoids used for severe acne, may reduce the risk of nonmelanoma skin cancers in certain types of patients. A wide range... Read more »

Images

Acne, vulgaris on the back

Medications

Benzaclin Top Uses and How to Use

...combination medication is used to treat a certain type of acne (inflammatory acne vulgaris). It... Read more »

Brevoxyl-8 Acne Wash Kit Top Drug Images

This medication is used to treat mild to moderate acne. It may be used in combination with... Read more »

Brevoxyl-4 Acne Wash Kit Top Drug Images

This medication is used to treat mild to moderate acne. It may be used in combination with... Read more »

Klaron Top Uses and How to Use

...Name: SODIUM SULFACETAMIDE SUSPENSION - TOPICAL (ACNE ONLY) Pronounced: (sull-fuh-SEET-uh-mide)... Read more »

Brevoxyl-4 Acne Wash Kit Top Drug Interactions

This medication is used to treat mild to moderate acne. It may be used in combination with other... Read more »

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