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What Acne Vulgaris Looks Like and How to Treat It
What is the main cause of acne vulgaris?
Acne the sebaceous glands overreact to typical levels of androgen hormones circulating in the body.
Experts don’t know exactly why this happens, but causes and risk factors include:
- the use of some medications, including steroids
- occlusive clothing and active wear, such as headbands
- genetic features
- overexposure to sunlight
- pregnancy and various health conditions that affect hormone levels
- anxiety, which can affect hormone levels
- using oil-based products on the face
- some dietary factors
What is the difference between acne, cystic acne, and acne vulgaris?
Acne vulgaris is the common form of acne, usually just called acne.
There are some of acne, including cystic acne, or severe nodular acne, which involves deep, pus-filled lesions that can be painful.
How do you fix acne vulgaris?
A wide range of medications can help manage acne, including topical preparations that contain antibiotics, retinoids, or salicylic acid.
For severe acne, a doctor may prescribe oral reti