Exactly why some people get acne and some do not is not fully known. It is known to be partly hereditary. Several factors are known to be linked to acne:
Hormonal activity, such as menstrual cycles and puberty
Stress, through increased output of hormones from the adrenal (stress) glands.
Hyperactive sebaceous glands, secondary to the three hormone sources above.
Accumulation of dead skin cells.
Bacteria in the pores, to which the body becomes 'allergic'.
Skin irritation or scratching of any sort will activate inflammation.
Use of anabolic steroids.
Any medication containing halogens (iodides, chlorides, bromides), lithium, barbiturates, or androgens.
Exposure to high levels of chlorine compounds, particularly chlorinated dioxins, can cause severe, long-lasting acne, known as Chloracne.
Traditionally, attention has focused mostly on hormone-driven over-production of sebum as the main contributing factor of acne. More recently, more attention has been given to narrowing of the follicle channel as a second main contributing factor. Abnormal shedding of the cells lining the follicle, abnormal cell binding ("hyperkeratinization") within the follicle, and water retention in the skin (swelling the skin and so pressing the follicles shut) have all been put forward as important mechanisms. Several hormones have been linked to acne: the male hormones testosterone, dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS), as well as insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-I). In addition, acne-prone skin has been shown to be insulin resistant [citation needed].
Development of acne vulgaris in latter years is uncommon, although this is the age group for Rosacea which may have similar appearances. True acne vulgaris in older adults may be a feature of an underlying condition such as pregnancy and disorders such as polycystic ovary syndrome or the rare Cushing's syndrome.
2006-07-25 12:50:43
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answered by Anonymous
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That is unfortunately part of being a girl teenager. Some people get acne even on their buts. Its just your hormones fighting inside your body. You can always use the same acne medicine you use on your face for there or if it bothers you that much go see a dermatologist.
2006-07-25 18:05:49
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answered by fasb123r 4
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Yea I'm 13 also so i can help you lots!
FOR YOUR FACE
-Wash your face twice a day with a benzoil peroxide wash when you wake up and before you go to bed every single day.
-For giant pimples ice the pimples for two minutes every half hour this should reduce the amount of swelling and reduce redness FAST.
-Use clearasil ultra it helps with your acne alot and works extremeley fast like in 3 days you should see reslults.
-Use toothepaste on smaller pimples before you got to bed it should dry up pimples fast- for larger pimples do the same
2006-07-25 18:03:46
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answered by Anonymous
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You can always go see a Dermatologist. Acne can happen anywhere on your body.
2006-07-25 17:56:39
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answered by fit4life 2
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You dont have it on your breast, they are just dots around your nipple.
2006-07-25 17:56:21
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answered by Anonymous
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