Regardless of age, acne is a
condition of the sebaceous glands. These glands are attached to hair follicles
and produce an oily substance called sebum. Acne forms when a hair follicle
becomes plugged with sebum and dead cells. The disease-causing events in the
sebaceous glands are believed to be largely due to changes in levels of
androgenic (male) hormones in the body—a circumstance usually associated with
the growth and development that occurs between the ages of 12 and 21. Therefore,
it is important to look for an underlying cause of acne that occurs for the
first time in adulthood.
Acne that appears after 25 to 30
years of age may be as a result of one of these reasons:
1. Recurrence of acne that cleared up after adolescence
2. Flare-up of acne after a period of relative quiet—for example, during
pregnancy
3. Occurs for the first time in a person who had never previously had
acne.
Some causes of adult acne include the
following:
* Medication.
* Physical pressure on the skin.
* Metabolic conditions. Changes in the hormonal balance, such as those brought about by
pregnancy, menstruation or hormonal abnormalities can induce acne.
It is also important to know that
some lesions which appear to be acne are not acne at all.
Acne that occurs in adulthood may be
difficult to treat if there are multiple recurrences. Acne that appears for the
first time in adulthood should be examined and treated by a dermatologist.
Thanks for posting such a informative blog.
ReplyDeleteDr Bronners Bar Soap Organic