Welcome to Freeinfohealth

Welcome to Freeinfohealth.blogspot.com.


Here I will be writing about some health problems, how can they be treated and what drugs are more efficient.


My first post will be about acne.

Acne.

Acne is a widely spread skin disease that affects thousands of poeple all over the world is manifested in pimples.

There are some types of acne:

• Blackheads(Blackhead is called because it looks like black spots on the skin surface).
• Whiteheads(Whiteheads is called white because produces a white bump.)
• Papules-it`s a small, pink bumps on the skin can be sensible for the touch.
• Pustules –are papules red at the base. They can be filled with pus.
• Nodules – are solid, large and very painful affections of the skin. It`s located deep in the skin.
• Cysts – are very painful and deep structures. They are filled with pus and cause scarring.

Whiteheads and blackheads are the most widely-spread acne types.

Why acne occurs?

There different causes that may directy or indirecly trigger acne. These are some of the most common:

• Hormonal changes
• Certain drugs
• Hreditory factors
• Concomitant diseases
  

Acne treatment.

Mild Acne
Mild acne is considered whiteheads, blackheads, and small pustules. It can be treated at home, without doctor.
· You can wash your face twice per day with warm water and soap.
· Over-the-counter lotions(Zineryt)
· Some creams for acne treatment
· Creams usually contain benzoyl peroxide, resorcinol, salicylic acid, or sulfur.

Moderate or Moderately Severe Acne
Moderate acne is manifested in whiteheads, blackheads, papules, and pustules.

· Antibiotic lotions or gels
· Antibiotic pills, such as erythromycin ( be careful if you are taking birth control pills. Antibiotic pills may low contraceptive effect

Severe Acne
This acne type includes deep cysts, redness, swelling, extreme damage to the skin, and scarring. The treatment should be carried only under your health care provide supervision. This acne treatment usually includes:
· Oral antibiotics
· Injection of a drug
· Oral contraception.
· Drainage or Removal. (It`s a type of operation, so you must not do this at home, because it may be dangerous for your health!)

Interesting facts about Acne.
· Too much washing the skin can make acne worse, because it`s located under the skin. You have to clean your face daily with cleanser.

· Acne may be a side effect of some medicines used to treat stress, but Stress does not cause acne.
· Foods have little effect on acne, but it's important to eat a healthy diet.