Acne
Acne is a part of growing up. It's a sign that hormones are revving up and puberty is underway. Between ages 12 and 17, nearly all kids will have at least a few pimples. Sometimes acne can begin as early as 8 years of age. And sometimes acne sticks around until middle age and beyond. Acne can pack an emotional wallop, so it's important to treat it as quickly as possible. The good news is there is help for almost every case of acne.
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In a word, hormones. Hormones flood the oil glands in the skin and prompt some other changes, which is why acne pops up during the pre-teen and teen years. Hormones also can cause acne in adults, but there are causes, too.
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There are several different types of acne. Some are considered mild forms such as blackheads and whiteheads. Papules and pustules are a moderate form of acne and nodules and cysts are the most severe form.
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Acne care starts with good hygiene. More proactive treatment varies depending on the severity of the acne, and ranges from over-the-counter medicines to prescription drugs that must be prescribed by a dermatologist or other doctor.
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Even after an acne blemish clears up, it's not always gone. Sometimes acne leaves a temporary scar, and sometimes a permanent scar. But there are treatments.
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If your child would like to learn more about acne, he or she can visit
Acne: Pimples and Zits.
