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ACNE

Acne is a very common inflammatory reaction in oil-producing follicles. While most common in adolescence, the problem may affect people of any age, including infants and the middle-aged. While there are many factor behind the inflammatory changes in acne, one of the most important is the different levels of microflora (mainly bacteria) found on the skin. There are excellent types of therapy for all kinds of acne. Below are the treatments available.