Acne is a common skin condition (especially in teenagers and adults) wherein the skin is repeatedly affected because of plugging of its pores (i.e. opening of hair follicles underneath the skin) by the excess oil, dead skin cells, dirt, and bacteria build-up. Untreated acne can lead to emotional distress and affect self-esteem as it can leave behind permanent scars on the skin. Taking the help of a skin doctor can help to manage both acne and scar problem.
Get a remarkable reduction in acne breakouts with the best acne treatment in Hyderabad by dermatologist Dr. Keerthana Kalva at Inform Clinics.
What are the Symptoms of acne?
Acne can be observed on any body part but mostly it is seen on the face, chest, back, neck, and shoulders. Some of them are inflammatory and may result in scarring while others do not cause inflammation.
What are the different types of acne?
Following are the different types of acne:
1. Blackheads (open comedones)
These are found open on the skin surface and are black colored due to the presence of oxygen in the air. Instead of trying to get rid of these by using home remedies one should rather get blackheads treatment in Hyderabad by a qualified dermatologist.
2. Whiteheads (closed comedones)- These remain under the skin surface and are seen as white bumps. Again, one should seek whiteheads removal treatment in Hyderabad by a dermatologist instead of trying to prick the skin or other home remedies. The procedure of extracting blackheads and whiteheads is known as comedones removal treatment which is provided by Dr. Keerthana Kalva, the best dermatologist in Hyderabad.
3. Papules- These appear due to infected or inflamed hair follicles, thereby resulting in small, red, raised bumps that can be tender to touch.
4. Pustules- These are small pimples that have a red base and pus-filled lesions (white-colored) at their tips.
5. Nodules- These are painful, large, solid lumps on the skin that arise from deep within the skin.
6. Cysts- These are pus-filled, painful, large lumps found beneath the skin.
The last 4 types can be very painful and stubborn to get rid of without seeking proper medical treatment. Dr. Keerthana Kalva is one of the best acne specialist doctors in Hyderabad who follows a holistic treatment approach to provide long-lasting results to her patients.
What are the factors that can increase the likelihood of acne development?
Being the best acne specialist doctor in Hyderabad, Dr. Keerthana Kalva says that certain factors can increase the likelihood of acne development, such as:
- Hormonal changes during adolescence and pregnancy.
- Medications like corticosteroids and birth control pills.
- A carbohydrate or sugar-rich diet.
- Family history.
- Poor skincare.
Can stress worsen the acne breakouts?
As per Dr. Keerthana Kalva, one of the best dermatologists in Hyderabad, the answer is YES!
Several research studies prove the fact that stress can worsen acne breakouts.
Besides this, the following factors can also aggravate acne breakouts:
- High humid weather and pollution.
- Picking or squeezing of pimples.
- Use of hard scrubbers over skin lesions.
- Wearing sports helmets, tight-fitted clothes, and backpacks that lead to pressure and sweating.
What are the best acne treatments in Hyderabad?
Some of the best acne treatments in Hyderabad are available at Inform Clinics. These treatments help one to get clear skin and reduce the chances of physical scarring. The most popular acne treatments in Hyderabad include:
- In the first step of treatment, topical creams and face washes are recommended that contain alpha hydroxyl acids, topical antibiotics, and topical benzoyl peroxide, to treat all grades of acne. These products help to regulate the excess sebum production and help remove blackheads and all grades of acne, says Dr. Keerthana Kalva, the best skin doctor in Hyderabad.
- Oral antibiotics are prescribed in a case when one has red and inflamed lesions. Hormonal evaluation is also done to check for hormonal problems and pills are recommended to treat the concern.
What are the advanced treatments for acne in Hyderabad?
The advanced treatments for acne in Hyderabad include:
1. Light therapy
Laser light includes ablative, non-ablative, or fractionated laser technology that is focused on the top skin surface that causes thermal damage to the scar tissues, thereby resulting in skin peel-off. Lasers also kill the acne-causing bacteria and shrink the open pores and support to manage acne skin problems. Laser heat encourages a natural healing process wherein there is a growth of new healthy skin cells and a boost in collagen production. Photofacial treatment is also provided for managing this procedure to reduce the redness of scars and acne and this treatment gives almost instant results. For the best laser acne treatment in Hyderabad, please feel free to visit Inform Clinics.
2. Carbon Laser Peel in Hyderabad
The Carbon Laser Peel in Hyderabad performed at Inform Clinics is very popular. In this skin exfoliating treatment, liquid carbon is first applied onto the affected skin and left to dry. Next, the laser is used to attract and destroy the carbon particles and results in the removal of contaminants, dead skin cells, and oil that are absorbed by the carbon from the clogged pores. The treatment helps reduce sebum production, large pores and helps to manage acne and acne scar problems.
3. Chemical Peel treatment in Hyderabad
Depending upon the acne type (mild to severe cases), different chemicals of varied strength (deep, medium, and superficial) can be applied onto the skin to remove the outermost skin layers and make the skin smooth and fresh-looking. The chemical solutions used include alpha (such as glycolic and lactic acid) or beta hydroxy acids (such as salicylic acid), trichloroacetic acid, and phenol that cause blister formation on the skin and eventually it peel-off, and helps remove excess oil, remove debris and works best to treat acne and acne scarring.
As the best dermatologists in Hyderabad say - Acne is a condition that takes time to resolve, however, it can affect the confidence of the affected person. So, taking dermatological treatments as early as possible is very important.
Get the best acne and scar treatment in Hyderabad, by Dr. Keerthana Kalva at Inform Clinics.