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Acne Overview - Causes and Treatment
What is acne? This article provides us with a thorough but easy to understand explanation of the processes involved in acne formation.
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Acne - Treatment Challenges
Frustrated with ineffective acne treatments? This article explains that this is a very common frustration when treating acne. A must-read article for those struggling to treat acne.
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Oral Antibiotics in Acne Treatment
In a new world of antibiotic resistance, are acne treatments using antibiotics safe? Dermatologist R. Thomas gives us an insightful response which may surprise you.
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What Causes Acne Flare-ups?
What causes acne flare-ups? Foods, stress, hormones? Dr. R. Thomas discusses possible causes of acne flare-ups. An important article to read for those that have problems with acne.
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Accutane Benefits and Side Effects
Is Accutane a panacea or a dangerous drug? Dermatologist This article provides important answers about Accutane. A must read for those with moderate to severe acne who are considering Accutane.
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Common Acne Mistakes: A Comprehensive Overview
A very important overview of the most common mistakes acne sufferers make when treating and managing their acne. Simple changes in how you deal with acne could make a huge difference in how effective it could be treated.
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Selecting Appropriate Treatments for Acne
Can acne even be treated? This article debunks one of the most damaging myths - that acne isn't something that can be treated. He explains how with patience and appropriate treatment acne can be managed.
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Acne Treatment: Birth Control Pills
This article talks about how birth control pills can play an important role in treating acne. Isotretinoin - Accutane is also briefed.
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How Accutane works in Acne Treatment
Dr. Thomas talks about the powerful but sometimes controversial treatment Accutane (Isotretinoin) and the possible mechanisms involved in acne formation. A must-read articles for those with moderate to severe acne who consider Accutane as a treatnet option.
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Over-the-counter Acne Cleansers as a Treatment Option for Mild and Moderate Acne
Acne cleansers provide an effective and convenient method to managing and treating acne breakouts. The difference between OTC and prescription, active ingredients to look for, proper use of acne cleansers, expectations, and important management tips are provided.
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Concerns about Acne
Although acne is the most common skin related problem, many myths and misconceptions are widely believed. This article takes a look at some of the more common beliefs for a closer examination.
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Cover-up Cosmetics for Acne
Cover-up cosmetics are an important tool for hiding acne, and acne scars, as well as other skin blemishes. Although these are not treatments, and thus rarely discussed in the dermatological community, they are an important tool for those that are concerned about an acne breakout.
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Acne Myths: Fact or Fiction? And where do they come from?
Acne myths are extremely prevalent despite it being the single most common skin problem. Some are funny while others are problematic. Common beliefs like "Acne is caused by dirty skin" and "acne is just a phase" will be examined from a dermatological perspective.
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Oral Contraceptives: A Treatment Option for Acne
Despite common stereotypes, acne affects everyone, not just teenage boys. For women, oral contraceptives can be a powerful treatment option that attacks the source of the problem by inhibiting hormonal factors that lead to acne production. Convenience is also a major advantage of this treatment.
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Treatment Options for Acne Scars
Acne scars are challenging to correct as it is a protective mechanism, and not a disease. Although prevention is ideal, acne scars can form very quickly in some cases, which leave little room for prevention. The mechanisms, and the pros and cons of various corrective methods are discussed.
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Acne is a Serious Skin Condition
Acne is often taken lightly, in particular, by people who no longer have acne, or have milder cases of acne. The psychological and social effects of acne, as well as the physical effects of acne are discussed in detail. Acne is a skin disease, and need to be treated as such.
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What Could Trigger Acne?
Acne is a common but complicated phenomenon and the mechanisms that lead to acne are multifaceted. Various factors that commonly lead to acne formation are discussed as well as strategies to control these factors and manage acne better.
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Controlling Acne Breakouts - Tips for the Summer
Learn to control your acne braeakouts diring the summer. In thia article we'll look at both the positive and negative ways the summer could affect your acne..
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Managing Acne-prone Oily Skin in the Summer
Since acne is often affected by the increased heat the summer could be of a problem for those that suffer from acne. Read this article to learn how you can manage acne-prone skin during the summer season.
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Prevention of Acne Scars is the Best Treatment
Acne scars, like other types of scars are extremely challenging to treat effectively once formed. As scarring is the body's defense mechanism and not an underlying disease, attempts to correct scars often result in new scars being formed. The importance of prevention is thus magnified when it comes to acne scars.
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