Acne

Acne symptoms

Not all acne is the same.

There are different types of acne with different symptoms, and the success of treatment depends on the correct diagnosis.

Acne vulgaris

• The most common form of the is Acne vulgaris, it results from hormone-related changes during puberty. The symptoms can be treated well and usually disappear on their own. Acne vulgaris is divided into three degrees of severity:
  • Acne comedonica manifests itself as blackheads, which mostly appear on the face.
  • Acne papulo-pustulosa forms inflamed papules and pustules in addition to blackheads. The form often appears on the face, back and in men additionally on the chest area.
  • Acne conglobata is the most severe form. Here, the pimples develop into nodules, which can become severely inflamed and leave scars. Severe acne conglobata is called acne fulminans: Here, in addition to the skin symptoms, the affected patient has additional whole-body symptoms like those of the flu: fever, bone pain, and a general feeling of illness.

Acne aestivalis

• Acne aestivalis is a type of acne disease caused by UV radiation. The UV light releases substances in the skin that cause inflammation when combined with sunscreen, makeup or sebum.

Acne inversa

• Acne inversa (also hidradenitis suppurativa) is a severe, chronic skin inflammation.

Acne causes

Acne is caused by genetic and hormonal factors, but as with many skin conditions, lifestyle can also play a role.

Androgens

• Androgens, i.e. the male sex hormones, lead to increased sebum production, which promotes clogging of the pores and the formation of acne. Since the hormones change especially during puberty, acne often occurs in this phase of life and affects men significantly more often.

Genetics

• Genetic factors play a role in almost all diseases and acne is no exception. An inherited cornification disorder can cause blockages and inflammation, thereby promoting the development of acne.

Lifestyle

• An unhealthy lifestyle with excessive nicotine consumption, stress and UV light are also conducive to the development of acne. Sugar consumption and skim milk products also have a negative influence.

Acne treatment

At our clinic, we treat acne according to the latest guidelines.

Medication is available in various forms, from ointments to tablets. Effective active ingredients such as antibiotics, retinoids, salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide can inhibit inflammation and fight the bacteria that cause acne.

However, the success of the treatment depends on many factors and, in addition, traditional acne treatments are not suitable or sufficiently effective for everyone and in every situation (e.g. during pregnancy).

We have therefore expanded our range of treatments with light therapies since 2016:

Light treatments

• TheKleresca® Bio-Photonic Acne Therapywe use for moderate to severe inflammatory acne. The treatment consists of a series of 12 treatments in 6 weeks and can also be useful in isotretinoin therapy at the beginning to reduce the known initial aggravation.
• At theCelluma LED Therapythree different wavelengths are used, which have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.We recommend a 25-minute treatment 2-3 times a week for 4-6 weeks.

Other treatments

• Cosmetics for acne must be used with caution. Removal of pimples should be performed only by professionals. With a Fruit acid peeling incl. manual cleansing, acne can still often be effectively reduced.
• After the inflammation has subsided, unsightly Acne scars remain. These can also be effectively removed using various methods, such as the CO2 Laser, are treated.

Acne Frequently Asked Questions