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Acne

Acne, also known as acne vulgaris, is a long-term skin condition that occurs when dead skin cells and sebum clog hair follicles. Typical features of the condition include blackheads or whiteheads, pimples, oily skin, and possible scarring. It primarily affects skin with a relatively high number of oil , including the face, upper part of the chest, and back. The resulting appearance can lead to lack of confidence, anxiety, reduced self-esteem, and, in extreme cases, depression or thoughts of suicide.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

  • ·Blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, oily skin, scarring

Treatment

  • ·Lifestyle changes, medications, medical procedures

Complications

  • ·Anxiety, reduced self-esteem, depression, thoughts of suicide
Plain-language summary adapted from Wikipedia. Not medical advice.