| Acne
Facts Acne
affects people of all ages and all races. Here are a
few quick facts about Acne
:: Acne
abrasions are usually found on the face but can also
occur on the neck, shoulders, chest, scalp, back,
inner ear, arms and legs.
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Close to 100% of those aged 12-17 have had at least an
occasional breakout of blackheads, whiteheads or
pimples.
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Acne affects both young men and women although the
percentage of young men with acne is higher.
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Young men are less likely to visit a dermatologist for
their acne.
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Young and old women alike can have acne flair-ups due
to hormonal changes such as their menstrual cycle.
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35% of teenagers have had acne severe enough to
require some form of treatment from a medical
professional.
:: In
some cases Acne can persist into people's thirties and
forties.
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One's diet does not effect their Acne. Greasy foods
such as hamburgers and French fries and sugary foods
such as soda, candy and chocolate do not play a role
in Acne. Although a healthy diet is still recommended
for general health.
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