Acne vulgaris at a Glance
Most common causes
- Excess oil and clogged pores
- Hormonal changes
- Bacteria and inflammation
- Humid weather and sweat
- Wrong or harsh skin products
When to seek medical attention
- Acne not improving with basic care
- Painful or deep cystic acne
- Scarring or dark marks
- Acne with irregular periods or excess hair (possible hormonal cause)
- Acne affecting confidence
Specialist: Dr Syed Adam Mousum · Dermatology
What is Acne vulgaris?
Acne develops when skin pores become clogged with oil and dead skin, leading to whiteheads, blackheads, pimples and sometimes deeper, painful cysts. Hormones, bacteria, humidity and certain products all play a part. In our humid climate, sweat and oil can make acne worse. While mild acne may settle with good skincare, persistent, painful or scarring acne benefits from a dermatologist's treatment, which prevents long-term marks and scars.
Common Causes
Excess Oil & Clogged Pores
- • Whiteheads
- • Blackheads
- • Pimples on face, chest or back
Hormonal Causes
- • Acne along the jawline
- • Flares with cycles
- • May link with irregular periods (PCOS)
Humidity, Sweat & Products
- • Worse in hot weather
- • Triggered by heavy or oily products
Inflammation & Bacteria
- • Red, painful pimples
- • Deep cysts
- • Risk of scarring
Symptoms That Should Not Be Ignored
- ▸ Acne that does not improve with basic skincare
- ▸ Painful, deep or cystic acne
- ▸ Acne leaving scars or dark marks
- ▸ Acne with irregular periods or excess facial hair
- ▸ Acne spreading to the chest and back
- ▸ Acne affecting your confidence or mood
How Doctors Evaluate Acne vulgaris
Your consultation may include: a look at your skin type, acne pattern and severity, a history of products, diet and (for women) menstrual cycles, and blood or hormone tests when a hormonal cause is suspected. This leads to a treatment plan suited to your skin rather than generic products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Acne vulgaris Care in Guwahati
Patients from Beltola, GS Road, Six Mile, Dispur, Ganeshguri, Khanapara, Christian Basti and Zoo Road can consult our Dermatology specialist at Healthwrx. Safe, expert skin care close to home.
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Common Questions
When should acne be treated by a dermatologist?
When it is painful, cystic, scarring, persistent, or linked with hormonal signs like irregular periods.
Which doctor treats acne?
A dermatologist diagnoses and treats acne, pimples and acne scars.
Can acne be cured?
Acne is very treatable. With the right plan it can be well controlled and kept clear.