subject: Acne Can Happen In Old Age [print this page] The first sign of aging! That was the time you first shivered at the thought of looking old! A kind of 'sans' feeling wrapped you all through. To make the things worse you additionally became a victim of acne! Still struggling in the rough waters? Don't fret; a lifeboat is available to carry you to the shore.
Acne is a disorder that causes your skin to inflame due to changes in the sebaceous or oil glands found on your skin and hair follicles. The inflammation can either be small or large, tender or hard, soft or dull or red, black or white. It usually occurs on the face, neck, shoulders, back and chest, but eruption of acne all over the body is not unusual.
There prevails a belief that acne can not attack one in old age. But, it is completely incorrect. Acne can attack you even during your 30s till your 60s. It can very well be a part of your aging years, even if you never had it during your growing up years. Although any general type of acne can attack your secluded old age, the following types are the most commonly found in people of old age and adults.
1. Pyoderma Faciale
2. Acne Conglobata
3. Acne fulminans
The most important thing that needs to be understood here is that you have to keep your calm and don't panic. There is a whole world of treatments available for you, comprising of various medications, therapies, and herbal remedies. Some simple tips can also help you fight acne in old age. So, instead of sitting and worrying about it, just go and visit your doctor and start taking at least the basic care of your skin.
