Acne Problem - Disease Impact, Scale and Effects
Impact of the Acne Problem
Scale and Effects of the Disease
| Acne hits most people at some stage in their lives.
80% experience acne, 25% sufficiently severely to need treatment. 85 million people suffer from acne in the USA and Canada alone.
Acne is a widespread yet complicated skin disease afflicting people of all ages, mainly in adolescence, but also at times of stress or hormonal imbalance.
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Acne is the subject of widespread ignorance and misunderstanding.
Many unproven beliefs and mistaken notions make sufferers feel unworthy and embarrassed - as if they were in some way causing their problem by what they do or who they are. |
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Acne causes real suffering for those afflicted, both physical and mental. The disease should be treated promptly to reduce discomfort and risk of scarring. Early treatment will usually moderate the severity of acne incidents and so limit permanent scar damage and associated psychological distress.
The "All About Acne" website at AcneAdviceCenter.com provides current information about this skin disease - what acne is, acne causes, acne types, acne treatment; skin care techniques and scar prevention; and the best acne products. Several myths are dispelled and an article directory provides references to many further sources of information.
Acne Cure - a safe and inexpensive natural cure |
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