Acne

Updated: 2023-10-21

Description

A skin condition that occurs when hair follicles plug with oil and dead skin cells.

Overview

Acne is a skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells.

Symptoms

Symptoms range from blackheads to pus-filled pimples or large, inflamed, and tender bumps.

Treatments

Effective treatments exist for this often distressing condition. Early treatment can reduce the risk of lasting physical and emotional damage.