- Acne Types, Causes, Risk Factors | NIAMS
Acne is a common skin condition that happens when hair follicles under the skin become clogged Sebum—oil that helps keep skin from drying out—and dead skin cells plug the pores, which leads to outbreaks of lesions, commonly called pimples or zits
- Acne: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
Treatment for Acne The goals of treatment are to help heal existing lesions, stop new lesions from forming, and prevent scarring Medications can help stop some of the causes of acne from developing, such as abnormal clumping of cells in the follicles, high sebum levels, bacteria, and inflammation Your doctor may recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications to take by mouth or apply
- Psoriasis Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors | NIAMS
Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes red, scaly skin that may feel painful, swollen, or hot Learn more about the types and what causes psoriasis
- Rosacea Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors | NIAMS
What is rosacea? It is a long-term disease that causes reddened skin and pimples, usually on the face It can also make the skin thicker and cause eye problems
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa Symptoms Risk Factors | NIAMS
Hidradenitis suppurativa (also known as acne inversa) is a chronic, noncontagious, inflammatory condition characterized by pimple-like bumps or boils and tunnels or tracts on and under the skin
- Dermatitis atópica | Temas de salud | NIAMS
Qué es la dermatitis atópica? Es una enfermedad de la piel que causa mucha picazón Rascarse ocasiona enrojecimiento, hinchazón, agrietamiento, secreción de un líquido transparente, formación de costras y escamas
- Skin Diseases, Conditions, Disorders | NIAMS
Find information on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention for skin conditions caused by allergies, irritants, genetic makeup, certain diseases, immune system problems and more
- Acné | Temas de salud | NIAMS
¿Qué es el acné? Es una afección de la piel que ocurre cuando se obstruyen y se inflaman los folículos pilosos por la acumulación de grasa de las glándulas, bacterias y células muertas en los poros
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