As if the teenage years weren’t hard enough emotionally, they also seem to be the most difficult physically as well. As teens navigate their way through school and friendships, their appearance tends to be more important to them than ever before. It also seems to be the time when most young people begin to have trouble with acne. Knowing you’re not the only person battling the problem doesn’t lessen the stress on you, so it helps to have some ideas on how to combat acne and to know when to see a doctor.

Topics: acne, pimples, fraxel laser, dermatology, acne treatments, teens
Hands Off the Cystic Acne! – and Other Helpful Tips
Posted by Anita Mehta, M.D. on Aug 15, 2015 9:51:00 AM
Acne can be tough to deal with at any age. Between diagnosing the problem and finding a skin routine that works for your individual skin type, combatting acne sometimes feels like an uphill battle. This battle can be all the more difficult if you find out you’re dealing with cystic acne. The good news is, cystic acne is not a life sentence. It’s treatable, and if you see a doctor early, it is likely that you won’t see permanent scarring.
Topics: acne, cystic acne, pimples, scarring, acne treatment, blemishes