Juvenile acne is a real nuisance and pain for many young people. The disease usually develops in adolescence, but sometimes also later in early adulthood. Only 30% of acne require treatment. teenagers, in others the changes are minor, cosmetic. And for some people, juvenile acne disappears after puberty, when you enter early adulthood.
Why does juvenile acne occur?
The sebaceous glands of the skin function incorrectly, which can also have genetic and hormonal causes. As a result, the skin changes, and red pustules form in some places, some of which may be exudative. Blackheads and common pimples are also visible on the skin. Excessive keratinization of the epidermis prevents the skin from proper renewal and self-repair. Such epidermis clogs the pores and exits of the sebaceous glands, thanks to which the sebum is retained in the skin – this is how a pimple is formed, which can be popularly “squeezed out”.
The inflammatory process of the skin changed in this way is initiated by some bacteria. In juvenile acne, bacteria of the genus are usually found here Propionibacterium acnes.
Where can acne appear?
- It usually appears on the face, especially on the chin, forehead and nose
- Acne also develops successfully on the back, nape and neck
- Some people have acne lesions in other places on the body as well
Typical symptoms of juvenile acne
- Skin infection
- Painful lumps and pustules
- Exudate from papules and purulent cysts
- Cysts and tumors on the affected skin
- The occurrence of blackheads
Visit to a dermatologist
For most teens, the first visit to a dermatologist will help. He will prescribe special preparations and medicines to protect and heal the skin. In most cases, acne is mild, but cosmetic changes on the skin can be a problem especially for young girls. In this case, it is also important to use special cosmetics available in drugstores and pharmacies, specially prepared for problematic skin. In the prevention of juvenile acne, it is worth using special dietary supplements. Vitamins and minerals can be particularly helpful in the fight against the disease, especially vitamin A+E complexes. It is also worth changing your diet: consume less milk, hot spices and dishes, and more Polish fruits and vegetables.
In more severe cases, the doctor will prescribe antibiotics, which, when used regularly and according to the instructions, should bring relief and heal the acne well.