A combination of internal and external
treatment brings the best results. However,
no clinical trials support this claim.
INTERNAL TREATMENTS A daily dose of
chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus) may help
to control surges of the hormones (espe-
cially at puberty) that increase the size...
The evidence suggests acne responds well to homeopathy.
SULPHUR AND SILICEA Two of the most
commonly indicated medicines are Sul-
phur and Silicea. Rashes that respond to
Sulphur are typically very itchy, particularly
in the heat. Sulphur constitutional types
are usually extroverted, untidy and may be
opinionated or...
Nutritional Therapy,acne
WHOLEFOOD DIET Evidence is emerging
that the prevalence of acne in developed
countries is related to a glut of foods high
in refined sugars and starches. These tend
to cause the body to secrete copious quan-
tities of insulin, which seem to increase the
levels of the male hormones...
DEVELOPMENT OF ACNE VULGARIS
Sebaceous glands around the hair follicles
produce sebum (an oily substance) to
lubricate hair growth and waterproof the
surface of the skin. Sometimes too much
sebum is produced during puberty in both
sexes due to male hormones (androgens).
The excess sebum becomes mixed with
dead...
Conventional Medicine for skin
After making a diagnosis, and depending
on the severity of your symptoms, your
doctor may recommend antibiotics and
other drugs in the form of creams as well
as preparations to be taken orally. You may
also be referred to a dermatologist.
TOPICAL KERATOLYTICS,such
as salicylic acid,...
If you have acne, SELF-HELP
If you have acne, the following
steps may help you:
● Wash twice a day with warm water and
a mild cleanser, but do not scrub your
skin too vigorously.
● Do not pick your spots and pimples, as
this may make them worse and even
result in scarring.
● Apply benzoyl peroxide cream to...
Acne vulgaris is more common and more severe in males than in females.
Acne vulgaris is more common and more
severe in males than in females. The skin
condition is triggered by changes in hor-
mones, such as testosterone and other
androgens, associated with puberty. The
rash usually subsides after adolescence, but
can occasionally persist after the...