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What Causes Cystic Acne?

Cystic acne refers to deep, painful, pus-filled acne lesions that can cause scarring. The causes of cystic acne are linked to the overgrowth of certain microorganisms (Propionibacterium acnes) or from too much oil (sebum) on the skin. Other factors can … Continue reading

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Does Eating Chocolate Cause Acne?

There are many myths about acne and chocolate. Many of us have the notion that eating chocolate causes acne. Many a time, dermatologists get parents who come in with their teenagers insisting that chocolate causes acne and looking to the … Continue reading

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What Causes Acne? The Real Causes Of Acne

Acne is a skin disease that includes non-inflamed whiteheads and blackheads (comedones) to severely inflamed acne nodules (boils) and cysts (soft, pus-containing cavities). The layman’s term “pimples” refers to the same thing. Acne is extremely common, affecting about 4 in … Continue reading

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