Acne is a skin condition in which the pores become clogged with sebum (oil) and dead skin cells. These clogs are referred to as comedones or blackheads and whiteheads. Propionibacterium acnes bacteria found on the skin can becomes trapped in these clogged pores. As the bacteria thrive on the sebum and pustule begins to form. Over time this triggers an inflammatory response from and a deep tender cystic lesion may form, which may eventually lead to follicle rupture if untreated.
There are many different types of acne lesions:
- Blackheads: are open but clearly clogged pores that have a dark center.
- Whiteheads: are hair follicles that are blocked and bulge.
- Papules: are just small bumps on the skin.
- Pustules: are papules that are topped with pus.
- Cysts andNodules are clogs deep beneath the skin.
Causes:
- Hormonal changes.
- Stress
- Diet
- Cosmetics
- Some medication.
