- posted: Oct. 01, 2024
Hormones play an important role in body functions. Unfortunately, they can also be an underlying cause of a common skin condition called acne. Dr. Damon McClain, Dr. Susannah Berke, Molly McIntyre PA-C, and Leah Greco PA-C at Three Rivers Dermatology in Coraopolis, PA, and serving Pittsburgh, PA, provide a wide range of dermatology services, including treatment of hormone-related acne.
What You Need To Know About Hormonal Acne
Acne often begins during puberty, due to an increase in hormone levels. When hormone levels increase, oil production often increases. The excess oil can cause pores to become clogged, leading to the formation of blackheads and whiteheads. Excess oil can also combine with bacteria on the skin, leading to the formation of cystic acne.
When you have an acne breakout, you may be tempted to try an over-the-counter acne product. Some of these products are untested, and may contain harmful chemicals which can damage your skin.
Hormonal acne is best treated by a dermatologist. Professional acne treatments can provide permanent acne relief, with products that are safe and effective. Your dermatologist may recommend birth control pills or other hormone therapy to reduce breakouts. In addition, your dermatologist may recommend other acne treatments, including:
- Benzoyl peroxide products, to clear blocked pores
- Topical and oral antibiotics, to kill the underlying bacteria causing an infection in your pores
- Tretinoin products, to clear away material plugging up your pores
- Extraction treatment, to completely remove blackheads and whiteheads
Remember not to pop or pick your blemishes. This habit can lead to acne scarring. If you have acne scarring, your dermatologist may recommend these treatments to minimize or fade acne scars:
- Chemical peels
- Microneedling
- Laser therapy
Want To Know More About Hormonal Acne Treatment?
To find out more about the role of hormones in acne, call Dr. Damon McClain, Dr. Susannah Berke, Molly McIntyre PA-C and Leah Greco PA-C at Three Rivers Dermatology in Coraopolis, PA, and serving Pittsburgh, PA. You can reach them in the office by calling (412) 262-4911, so call today.
- posted: Oct. 01, 2024
Hormones play an important role in body functions. Unfortunately, they can also be an underlying cause of a common skin condition called acne. Dr. Damon McClain, Dr. Susannah Berke, Molly McIntyre PA-C, and Leah Greco PA-C at Three Rivers Dermatology in Coraopolis, PA, and serving Pittsburgh, PA, provide a wide range of dermatology services, including treatment of hormone-related acne.
What You Need To Know About Hormonal Acne
Acne often begins during puberty, due to an increase in hormone levels. When hormone levels increase, oil production often increases. The excess oil can cause pores to become clogged, leading to the formation of blackheads and whiteheads. Excess oil can also combine with bacteria on the skin, leading to the formation of cystic acne.
When you have an acne breakout, you may be tempted to try an over-the-counter acne product. Some of these products are untested, and may contain harmful chemicals which can damage your skin.
Hormonal acne is best treated by a dermatologist. Professional acne treatments can provide permanent acne relief, with products that are safe and effective. Your dermatologist may recommend birth control pills or other hormone therapy to reduce breakouts. In addition, your dermatologist may recommend other acne treatments, including:
- Benzoyl peroxide products, to clear blocked pores
- Topical and oral antibiotics, to kill the underlying bacteria causing an infection in your pores
- Tretinoin products, to clear away material plugging up your pores
- Extraction treatment, to completely remove blackheads and whiteheads
Remember not to pop or pick your blemishes. This habit can lead to acne scarring. If you have acne scarring, your dermatologist may recommend these treatments to minimize or fade acne scars:
- Chemical peels
- Microneedling
- Laser therapy
Want To Know More About Hormonal Acne Treatment?
To find out more about the role of hormones in acne, call Dr. Damon McClain, Dr. Susannah Berke, Molly McIntyre PA-C and Leah Greco PA-C at Three Rivers Dermatology in Coraopolis, PA, and serving Pittsburgh, PA. You can reach them in the office by calling (412) 262-4911, so call today.
