It is hard enough to be a teenager. Teenagers experience mood swings, stress, and increased appetite — and acne on top of everything else. How can you help your child with acne?
Dr. Ihor
What causes it?
Acne affects most teenagers. It is related to the onset of puberty and accompanying hormonal changes. During this period, the level of androgens in the blood, which stimulates the sebaceous glands, increases. When the hormone level rises, the cells increase the output of sebum, leading to the formation of comedones and pustules. In most teenagers, this process ends by 18–20 years of age. If not taken care of properly, acne can result in post-acne, resulting in enlarged pores, pigment spots, and scars.
The problem can be exacerbated by several factors, including ===stress, endocrine problems, issues with the gastrointestinal tract, gynecological and ENT disorders, eating disorders, and taking corticosteroids. This is why t...
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