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What Are the Different Types of Acne?
Most often, acne affects the face, but it may also spread to the neck, chest and back, and sometimes even more extensively across the body. When several types of acne spots occur, they often do so at the same time.
Non-inflammatory Acne
Blackheads
Open pores on the skin where the pores are clogged with excess sebum and dead skin cells, resembling tiny black bumps
Whiteheads
Closed pores with a white tip where the pores are clogged by sebum and dead skin cells
Inflammatory Acne
Papules
Small red or pink inflamed bumps, typically found on the face and commonly known as pimples
Pustules
Red, inflamed pimples containing pus that look like whiteheads
Nodules
Large, hard pimples that are deep in the skin and painful to the touch
Cysts
Pus-filled pimples developed in the deeper layers of the skin than papules and pustules; and are much larger, harder and more painful to the touch
What Causes Acne?
Acne is caused by 3 things:
Too much oil:
Excessive sebum production
Clogged pores:
Pores blocked by abnormal skin cells or cosmetic products
Bacteria:
Bacteria is often found within the excess oil that accumulates under clogged pores, resulting in inflammation and pus formation
Acne can be aggravated by:
Stress and an unhealthy diet
Hormones e.g. pregnancy, periods
Greasy cosmetic products
Certain oral medications
High humidity and heat
Family history of severe acne
Adopt a good skincare routine—including the use of clinically-tested products. Take control of your acne condition at an early stage to prevent scarring.
Call us at 6733 3629 to schedule an assessment.
How Do Acne Scars Form?
When acne damages the deeper layers of the skin, and the inflammation makes the pores swell, the wall of the pore breaks. The skin tries to heal from the damage caused by acne, and in doing so, produces too much or too little collagen.
Too much collagen
This forms a raised acne scar (hypertrophic scar)
Too little collagen
This forms depressions or pits in the skin (atrophic scar)
Why Seek Treatment for Acne & Scarring?
Prompt treatment should be sought because inflammatory acne may result in permanent scarring, which in turn affects self esteem. Once scars develop, they may be improved with scar treatment but not completely removed.
By seeking early intervention, you will lessen the duration and intensity of your acne treatment, reduce the risk of developing permanent scars, and achieve a better aesthetic outcome.
“No two patients are alike —it takes a dermatologist experienced in acne treatment to customise an effective treatment plan for you.”
Dr Wong Su-Ni
Consultant Dermatologist
Listening actively to your concerns, Dr Wong will work closely with you to ascertain the root cause of your acne condition. We believe that regaining your skin’s health and comfort is key to your personal well-being.
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Dr SN Wong Skin, Hair, Nails & Laser Specialist Clinic
3 Mt Elizabeth #07-09, Mt Elizabeth Medical Centre, Singapore 228510
Tel : (65) 6733 3629 | Fax : (65) 6733 3628
Email: [email protected]