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Frequently Asked Questions about Rosacea

Frequently Asked Questions about Rosacea

WHAT IS ROSACEA?

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that mainly affects the skin on the face (cheeks, nose, chin, and forehead).1

About Acne

About Acne

WHAT IS ACNE?

Human skin is covered in hundreds of thousands of microscopic hair follicles, called pores. These are particularly prominent on the face, neck, back, and chest. These pores are connected to oil glands under the skin that make a substance called sebum. Sometimes these follicles produce too many cells and become blocked. As a result, sebum (oil) gets trapped and bacteria (P. acnes) begin to grow.1,2,4
Acne is the most common skin condition.1,4

Quick Facts/Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Facts/Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT IS ACNE?

  • Human skin is covered in hundreds of thousands of microscopic hair follicles, called pores. These are particularly prominent on the face, neck, back, and chest. These pores are connected to oil glands under the skin that make a substance called sebum. Sometimes these follicles produce too many cells and become blocked. As a result, sebum (oil) gets trapped and bacteria (P. acnes) begin to grow.1,2,4

Treatment Options

Treatment Options

MEDICATIONS FOR ACNE

  • Treatment for acne has several goals: to heal pimples, to prevent pimples (by decreasing sebum production, killing bacteria, and normalizing skin shedding), and to prevent scarring.1,6
  • Over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription drugs may be used.

Living with Acne

Living with Acne

CARING FOR YOUR SKIN

  • Cleanse your skin gently. Do not scrub – this can aggravate acne.1
  • Wash your skin twice a day with a mild cleanser and water. More frequent washing will not improve your acne, and it might irritate your skin and make the acne worse.2
  • Don’t squeeze or pick at your pimples. Squeezing forces infected material deeper into the skin, making the inflammation worse and possibly leading to scarring.1,2
  • Shave carefully and lightly.1

Colite ulcéreuse : Éducation des patients : FAQ à propos de la CU

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Are the symptoms permanent?
Although there are effective and safe medications for treating ulcerative colitis (UC), this disease cannot be cured. This means that your best chance of staying in remission is to continue on your prescribed medical therapy, even when you are feeling well.

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Colite ulcéreuse : Éducation des patients : Vivre avec la CU

Teaser: 

Are the symptoms permanent?
Although there are effective and safe medications for treating ulcerative colitis (UC), this disease cannot be cured. This means that your best chance of staying in remission is to continue on your prescribed medical therapy, even when you are feeling well.

Coping with UC?
...