Why does acne recur repeatedly?

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on September 21, 2024
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Acne is a disease caused by overactive sebaceous glands and infection of the skin surface with Propionibacterium acnes. The most common symptoms are the appearance of red papules on the face, which are quite painful, and some directly develop pus heads. Although this disease can be completely cured through formal treatment, it has a high recurrence rate, and the main factor of recurrence is related to one's age group, especially during adolescence and in patients with hormonal imbalances. During the treatment period, it is necessary to avoid spicy and irritating foods for a long time, try not to stay up late, avoid anxiety and tension, and refrain from misusing cosmetics, especially greasy products that can clog pores. After recovery, it is advisable to wash the face with cold or cool water, and avoid using hot water.

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Does acne spread through contagion?

Acne is caused by the infection of Propionibacterium acnes. This condition is related to factors such as excessive sebum secretion of the skin, frequent consumption of spicy, greasy, and sweet foods, as well as regular late nights, anxiety, and stress. The disease is not contagious; it does not spread through contact with others, nor through sharing towels or bath scrubs. Once diagnosed, it is crucial to seek proper treatment to prevent the condition from worsening and potentially leading to scars or pits on the face. Treatment can be sought at a reputable hospital's dermatology department, where oral medication combined with topical treatments, and supplemented by phototherapy with red and blue light, can be effective. After recovery, it is important to regulate one's diet and lifestyle, avoid spicy and irritating foods, minimize staying up late, engage in exercise, bathe more frequently, and sweat more.

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Can acne be squeezed?

Acne mostly occurs on the face, varying from mild to severe. Generally, there are some red, painful papules, and some may have white pustular papules. In such cases, try not to squeeze them. For some people with poor skin, acne scars or pits may form in the later stages, making treatment more troublesome. After the onset of acne, it is crucial to seek proper treatment at a dermatology department of a formal hospital. Oral and topical anti-inflammatory medications along with agents that clear internal heat should be used. Local treatment may involve red and blue light therapy. If there are indeed many pustules, a comedone extractor can be used to clean them appropriately. After recovery, it is important to avoid spicy and irritating foods, avoid staying up late, exercise regularly, and enhance immunity. (Specific medications should be taken under the guidance of a physician.)

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How to treat acne?

Acne is related to several factors including excessive secretion of sebum, consumption of spicy and stimulating foods, frequent staying up late, familial inheritance, and internal hormone levels. There are various treatment methods for this condition, which primarily depend on the individual's age. Treatment can be challenging during adolescence. If it is post-adolescence, treatment tends to be relatively easier. The most common treatment approach involves oral and topical anti-inflammatory medications, and it's effective to combine these with red and blue light therapy at a formal hospital for faster results. Traditional Chinese medicine facial masks can also be used to reduce local inflammation and decrease sebum secretion. However, acne tends to recur, particularly in adolescents. It is crucial for patients to avoid spicy and stimulating foods, not stay up late, and regularly exercise to reduce adverse hormone levels in the body. (Medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor based on specific circumstances.)

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Can acne be cured completely?

Acne is associated with vigorous sebaceous gland secretion, consumption of spicy and irritating foods, frequent staying up late, familial genetics, or excessive secretion of androgens in the body. Therefore, at present, there is no way to completely cure this condition; it can only be controlled or reduced in terms of outbreaks. One can take oral and topical anti-inflammatory medications, and combine these with red and blue light therapy at a dermatology clinic of a formal hospital, which might speed up the effects. If the cystic acne symptoms are severe, one can use traditional Chinese medicine techniques like acupuncture point bloodletting for treatment. This illness has strong recurrence after healing, so it is essential to standardize one's diet and lifestyle habits, avoid spicy and stimulating foods, refrain from staying up late, and avoid stress and anxiety. It is also advisable to avoid using cosmetics indiscriminately. After recovery, it is important to continue with physical exercise.

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How to remove acne marks?

Most acne patients, after undergoing standard treatment, tend to retain some acne marks on their faces. These marks generally do not require special treatment and will gradually fade or disappear over time. Alternatively, patients can opt for red and blue light therapy at hospitals, which can accelerate the fading of pigmentation. They can also visit a standard hospital to have cosmetic laser treatments to remove the marks, but these effects are not particularly fast and require long-term persistence. During the treatment period, it is essential to follow a standard diet and lifestyle practices. It is advisable to avoid spicy and irritating foods, and to prevent staying up late, feeling anxious or tense, or excessive sun exposure, as these factors may worsen the acne marks and increase the difficulty of treatment.