subject: Acne Comedonica - What It Is And How To Treat It [print this page] So what is acne comedonica? People seldom come across this term that's for sure. In this article I will introduce to you this condition and point you to the solution for treating it.
Acne comedonica is also called comedonal acne, it is a form of acne. "Comedonal" comes from the word comedone, which is small bump in skin that forms at the opening of pore. The bumps are usually flesh toned, and has a colour that is lighter or darker than the surrounding area. When it is darker, that is caused by oxidation of skin oils. Lighter comedones have microscopic pore opening, that prevent skin oil from oxidizing properly. The darker one is commonly called as blackhead, while the lighter one, as you've probably guessed, is usually called the whitehead. So it's actually a very common type of acne.
There are many different types of treatments available for this acne comedonica. The most common ones are prescription drug and over-the-counter product. There is also more aggressive type of surgery treatment such as chemical peel or laser treatment. However there is not a single treatment or medication that can work equally well for everyone. Different condition needs different kind of treatment. You have to read more information and learn about each of them and try the one you find suitable for you. And you should try to take the less aggressive treatment first, because aggressive treatment maybe risky because of the possible side effects.
Especially for pregnant women or women about to become pregnant, ignorance of this issue may lead to birth defects. Try seeking the advice of a dermatologist if you have this kind of dillemma Therefore the treatment I would suggest you to try first is natural remedy. Read on to find more information to find out more information.
