Gavini Pediatrics

Gavini Pediatric & ADHD Clinics 26850 Providence Parkway, Suite 300, Novi, MI 48374 :: 248.348.4200 www.ADHDclinic.com :: www.YourKidsDoctor.com
Acne What is Acne: Cystic Acne Basic Acne Acne is a condition of the skin in which the hair follicles become clogged with dead skin cells and oil. There are two types of acne, Cystic and Common. Common acne is as described above, the basic clogging of a hair follicle with oil and dead skin cells, and sometimes become infected with bacteria. Cystic acne are cases in which the oil and dead skin cells clog deep into the hair follicle which can result in the rupturing within the skin and may look like boils. This is more advanced type of acne that may need antibiotics by mouth as well as topical treatments.
Signs and Symptoms: The symptoms of acne may include: Blackheads or whiteheads on the face, chest, neck or back (these are considered non inflammatory). Raised small bumps that indicate infection or inflammation of the hair follicles. Bumps that are red and tender with white pus at the tip. Painful lumps beneath the surface of the skin that are formed by the buildup of secretions from deep within the hair follicles. Cysts that are painful and pus-filled, present as lumps beneath the skin and can cause scarring. They look similar to boils.
Blocked Follicle Causes Clogging of the hair follicle by oil secretion, dead skin cell and bacteria buildup. Hormones, certain medications, and diet can worsen acne. Greasy foods, dirty skin, and chocolate have been shown to have little to no effect on the development or cause of acne, contrary to popular belief. There are other risk factors that can cause an ance breakout: Pressure or friction on the skin by items such as cell phones, helmets, and backpacks. Greasy or oily substances that have direct contact with the skin. Certain cosmetics that are applied to the skin.
Treatment OTC facial wash - Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Cream Prescription Topical Treatments - Retin-A Micro; Cleocin-T Gel; Benzoyl Peroxide Antibiotics by mouth - Minocycline Oral Contraceptives Laser and Light Therapy Cosmetic Procedures - Cryopen (Painless and scar-free process) - We have this advanced device in our office.

Gavini Pediatric & ADHD Clinics

26850 Providence Parkway, Suite 300, Novi, MI 48374 :: 248.348.4200

www.ADHDclinic.com :: www.YourKidsDoctor.com

Acne

What is Acne:

Cystic Acne

Basic Acne

Acne is a condition of the skin in which the hair follicles become clogged with dead skin cells and oil. There are two types of acne, Cystic and Common. Common acne is as described above, the basic clogging of a hair follicle with oil and dead skin cells, and sometimes become infected with bacteria. Cystic acne are cases in which the oil and dead skin cells clog deep into the hair follicle which can result in the rupturing within the skin and may look like boils. This is more advanced type of acne that may need antibiotics by mouth as well as topical treatments.

Signs and Symptoms:

The symptoms of acne may include:

Blackheads or whiteheads on the face, chest, neck or back (these are considered non inflammatory).
Raised small bumps that indicate infection or inflammation of the hair follicles.
Bumps that are red and tender with white pus at the tip.
Painful lumps beneath the surface of the skin that are formed by the buildup of secretions from deep within the hair follicles.
Cysts that are painful and pus-filled, present as lumps beneath the skin and can cause scarring. They look similar to boils.

Blocked Follicle

Causes

Clogging of the hair follicle by oil secretion, dead skin cell and bacteria buildup.
Hormones, certain medications, and diet can worsen acne.
Greasy foods, dirty skin, and chocolate have been shown to have little to no effect on the development or cause of acne, contrary to popular belief.

There are other risk factors that can cause an ance breakout:

Pressure or friction on the skin by items such as cell phones, helmets, and backpacks.
Greasy or oily substances that have direct contact with the skin.
Certain cosmetics that are applied to the skin.

Treatment

OTC facial wash - Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Cream
Prescription Topical Treatments - Retin-A Micro; Cleocin-T Gel; Benzoyl Peroxide
Antibiotics by mouth - Minocycline
Oral Contraceptives
Laser and Light Therapy
Cosmetic Procedures - Cryopen (Painless and scar-free process) - We have this advanced device in our office.