Acne

Acne: A Common Skin Condition
• Acne is a skin condition causing inflammation of hair follicles.
• It typically begins in teenage years and usually disappears after eight to ten years.
• It affects over 90% of Australian adolescents aged 16–18 years.
• Severity varies greatly, with mild forms experiencing occasional spots or outbreaks, and severe forms affecting large areas of the face and body.
• Moderate-to-severe acne can lead to scarring.
• Treatment options are available, and doctors should be consulted when acne is severe, concerning, or doesn't improve after previous treatments.