Acne - A Commonly Ignored Affliction

[scott conrad]

Acne is such a void topic with almost no other topic less likely to be
discussed at parties and in general chat. This is not because it is
rare or unknown. On the contrary acne is an amazingly common and
dreaded skin infliction that most people just don't want to know
about.
Statistically it is suggested that around 85% of the 12-24 year old
age group have acne. But acne is not just a teenagers' problem. It is
well known that a significant proportion of adults are also affected.
This appears to be reinforced by statistics provided by the American
Dermatologist Association that finds amongst other things that:
? 20% of all adults have active acne ? 60 million Americans have
active acne ? 20 million Americans have acne badly enough to cause
scars.? Only 11% of acne sufferers seek help
It is astounding that despite acne being the most common skin disease
in America, that the figures showed such a small percentage of acne
sufferers will seek assistance despite the suggestion that the disease
it fully treatable.
This is also quite sad when considering numerous other diseases where
there is no stigma attached but treatment may not be so accessible or
even possible.
From personal experience it is amazing as to how one member of my
family has been almost completely 'unblemished', and another ends up
with scarring from acne of extreme severity which required medication.
There are also a variety of myths in relation to causes of acne such
as chocolate and coca cola being a cause for example however these two
have been refuted by researchers. With this in mind I believe it is
crucial that sufferers do their research and seek assistance possibly
saving unnecessary lifestyle modifications or changes.
As each of us are individuals, so to it would appear should be each
treatment. What works for one person may have a completely different
result with another which is not dissimilar to many medical treatment
or therapies.
However one thing is certain, the stigma attached to acne must be
dumped and sufferers openly discuss the issue and seek help in
relation to the problem. At worst, the amount of online literature
about this topic is of immense proportion so if confronting the issue
in person with a doctor is undesirable in the first instance, utilize
this vast resource to gather information, analyze and commence a plan
as to taking action to address the issue.
Teenagers are self conscious enough at anytime without living with an
infliction that can be minimized or they could be totally devoid of.
Perhaps this is another of the important "life" topics that could be
added to schooling along with other crucial topics or life skills such
as nutrition given obesity levels in developed nations.
SummaryAcne, whilst extremely prevalent, is treatable and sufferers
should not just sit back believing they have no control. Do your
research, consult a specialist and move forward instead of waiting for
the problem to cease which may never
occur.
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