Acne (Pimples)

Occurs commonly between the age group of 12 to 30 years. It has a lot of psychological consequences.
Aetiology and pathophysiology

Causes may be

1)        Increased sebum production  due to following hormonal disorders as:

2) Drug induced as Ingestion of nonsteroidal drug,

3) ductal hypercornification so that blockade of duct & infection of the duct with Propionibacterium acnes bacteria leading to inflammation followed by scarring if not treated properly.

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  DIAGNOSIS OF CAUSE OF ACNE PROBLEM 

First step in proper treatment of acne is accurate diagnosis of cause of this problem. So we first try to find out cause. We take detailed history, thorough nutritional counseling, physical examination, and examination of hormonal system. After that depending on likelihood of particular cause relevant tests are done. At our centre we have the facility for all the diagnostic tests needed for the diagnosis of the cause of acne problems,. Thus you may consult us at our centre & at same time you may get all test done also. The time taken in getting all the reports ready is 36 hours. So if you are from out of Delhi, you may come here for two days.  

                                                               DETAILED HISTORY

Onset: Sudden/gradual, Primary or Secondary,  Response to previous therapy, Stress (physical or mental), H/O precipitation by some drugs, HT,  trauma, Hypothyroidism / Hyperthyroidism . 




                                              INVESTIGATIONS i.e. DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

At our centre we have all the facility for complete investigation of cause of acne & other  problems. So we perform following tests, step by step depending on their need based on history & examination. 

The various diagnostic tests needed/performed are as follows: - 

Step- I: Hormone Testing:  Hormones are tested by latest-immunoassay techniques. These hormones includes total Testosterone, free testosterone, Prolactin, LH, FSH, T3, T4, TSH, others as Cortisol, E₂, Free testosterone SHBG etc.. Among above tests relevant hormones are tested in that particular patient depending on history & examination Results are available in 36 hours. When we find out any of above hormone disorder simply correction of these hormone disorder corrects the acne problem in three to six months time. 

                                                             TREATMENT OF ACNE

After diagnosing the cause of acne we prescribe medicines. The success of various drugs we use in acne problems depends on accurate diagnosis of cause. If empirical treatment is prescribed as most doctors do, it often does not achieves permanent cure. These acne tonics & ayurvedic medicines can improve your acne problem temporarily but they cannot give permanent cure.

We provide specific treatment for Recurrent acne.

Similarly Permanent cure provided for Resistant acne.

We also give certain Newer treatments in very Difficult cases.

Our treatment also takes care of Scars left over of previous acne.

The various treatment provided are:

alpha-hydroxy acids as benzoyl peroxide
antibiotics
azelaic acid and retiniods
combination of sulphur, imidazole, hydroxyquinolone, glycolic acid or zinc lactateoral therapy
antibiotics to cure infection 

Hormone Therapy: : Hormone therapy is given to cure the problem whatever defect is found. Depending on the type of hormone disorder i.e. whether hormones are decreased or increased, Hormone therapy is directed towards that. Hormone therapy usually cures the Acne problem in 3 to 6 months time and they do not have any adverse effects.

Antiandrogens
cyproterone acetate  (CPA)
spironolactone
Isotertinoin

Response to Treatment: As we have fully dedicated team of highly qualified, experienced, doctors, who are expert in field of acne treatment Response to treatment is very good. After finding the cause of acne by above tests it is cured in most patients in three months treatment.

 Acne is cured in most cases after correct diagnosis & treatment.

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