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 Acne and How to Treat Them Acne types You may hear the term “breakout” used to describe all forms of acne, but this isn’t always an accurate description. Not all types of acne spread across the skin. Clogged pores cause acne itself. These may be attributed to: excess production of oil (sebum) bacteria hormones dead skin cells ingrown hairs Acne is usually associated with hormonal fluctuations experienced during your teenage years, but adults can experience acne, too. About 17 million Americans have acne, making it one of the most common skin conditions among both children and adults. Identifying which type of acne you’re experiencing is key to successful treatment. Acne may be noninflammatory or inflammatory. Subtypes of acne within these two categories include: blackheads whiteheads papules pustules nodules cysts It’s possible to have multiple types of acne at once — some cases may even be severe enough to warrant a visit to the dermatologist. Read

skin disorders   Acne Commonly located on the face, neck, shoulders, chest, and upper back Breakouts on the skin composed of blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, or deep, painful cysts and nodules May leave scars or darken the skin if untreated Cold sore Red, painful, fluid-filled blister that appears near the mouth and lips Affected area will often tingle or burn before the sore is visible Outbreaks may also be accompanied by mild, flu-like symptoms such as low fever, body aches, and swollen lymph nodes Read full article on cold sores. Blister            Characterized by watery, clear, fluid-filled area on the skin May be smaller than 1 cm (vesicle) or larger than 1 cm (bulla) and occur alone or in groups Can be found anywhere on the body Read full article on blisters. Hives           Itchy, raised welts that occur after exposure to an allergen Red, warm, and mildly painful to the touch Can be sma