What causes acne scars? Unfortunately, acne scarring is a very common side effect of acne breakouts. The skin’s response to P. acnes bacteria can produce inflammatory acne (“pimples”), these inflammatory lesions often leave scars behind after they resolve. Some people are more prone to scarring than others, and can end up with disfiguring marks on…
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Apex dermatologist and acne expert Dr. Shannon McKeen shares some powerful tips and advice for teens dealing with acne. Dr. Shannon McKeen Nearly 100% of people are affected by acne at some point during their life. The most common time for an initial acne breakout is during your teenage years. The reason for this is…
Boils Also known as skin abscesses, boils form as a result of a cut or break in the skin, which leads to a bacterial infection. They are characterized as a red, tender area with a painful, pus-filled center that can open spontaneously or by surgical incision. They are sometimes caused by an ingrown hair. Others…
Candidiasis Candidiasis is the medical term for yeast infections in the body. There are three forms of candidiasis that relate specifically to the skin: Oral Candidiasis (Oral Thrush). This infection is characterized by lacy, white patches on top of reddened areas that occur on the tongue, throat or elsewhere in the mouth. It is usually…
Birthmarks/Pigmented Skin Birthmarks are abnormal skin colorations in spots that are either present at birth or appear shortly thereafter. They can be flat or slightly raised from the skin. They can be any number of colors, including red, brown, black, tan, pink, white or purple while they are generally harmless. There are two major categories…