Acne vulgaris, commonly known as acne or pimples, is a chronic and inflammatory skin condition that is quite common. Although its etiology is not fully understood, there is a multifactorial pathogenesis involving genetic and environmental factors. Factors such as excessive keratinization of hair follicles, overproduction of sebum, increased colonization of Propionibacterium acnes, and inflammation play a role. It is particularly common during adolescence and affects areas of the body where sebaceous glands are abundant, especially the face, back, chest, and shoulders. Open and closed comedones (blackheads), papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts may be observed.<\/p>\n
Acne is a common condition that can significantly affect individuals, especially in terms of psychosocial aspects. It is necessary to acknowledge that acne, despite being widespread, is a disease. Particularly because leaving acne untreated for a long time can lead to scarring, it should be treated early. Acne treatment guidelines have been established and updated over the years by various organizations in Turkey, Europe, and America. These treatments are determined primarily based on the type and severity of acne. Cream treatments are preferred for mild to moderate acne, while systemic (oral) treatments are preferred for severe acne or acne that persists despite topical treatments. The effects of any treatment usually begin within 4-6 weeks, and treatments are typically used for at least 2-3 months. If a patient does not benefit from a treatment during this period, a new treatment option is considered.<\/p>\n
Acne scars may remain in patients due to reasons such as nodulocystic acne, prolonged untreated acne, or irregular use of treatment. There are various types of acne scars, often multiple types are found in the same individual. Early intervention in the disease and, if necessary, starting systemic treatments such as vitamin A derivatives in appropriate patients in the early stages of the disease reduces the likelihood of acne scarring or results in fewer acne scars.<\/p>\n
Scars can be at the level of the skin, raised from the skin, or depressed into the skin. Scars at the level of the skin may remain as reddish or hyperpigmented marks, especially in patients with normal skin color but darker hyperpigmentation. Keloid scars, which are genetically based raised acne scars, may rarely remain. The most common are atrophic, or depressed, acne scars. These are Rolling, icepick, and boxcar types of acne scars. Although Rolling acne scars generally respond better to treatments, the treatment of icepick and boxcar acne scars is very difficult and often yields poor results.<\/p>\n
– Subcision
\n– TCA cross
\n– Microneedling radiofrequency (fractional radiofrequency)
\n– Fractional laser
\n– Chemical peels
\n– Collagen-stimulating (filler) injections
\n– Hyaluronic acid-based fillers
\n– Dermapen
\n– Plasma pen
\n– Surgical methods
\n– Punch excision.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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