The K health guide to

Acne

A skin condition that occurs when hair follicles and pores become clogged with dead skin and oil, and may be infected by bacteria. This is more common in areas in the body that have higher levels of sebum production (oil that moistens skin), which allows the dead skin to clump together. more

How did people like you experience Acne?

Below you can see what K knows about how 9106 real people experienced Acne, including:

  1. Symptoms to watch for
  2. Testing
  3. Treatment
  4. Recovery

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What to watch out for if you have Acne:

Watch for symptoms like Acne and Rash.

Concerning Symptoms

People Like You often seek further care if:

  • They develop a fever over 100.4 F
  • They develop large areas of redness and warmth
  • They do not respond to appropriate treatment

Potential Symptoms

Acne
Rash
Facial lesions

Testing for Acne

No specific tests. Physicians often perform a physical examination.

How to treat Acne

Who do people see?

Most people like you saw a Primary Care Physician to diagnose and/or treat their Acne, and were in some cases referred to a Dermatologist.

How is it treated?

Explore initial treatment options, like topical creams or oral drugs.

How long does it take to recover from Acne?

Recovery time for most cases of Acne is years.