Some Common Causes Of Cystic Acne

The most severe type of acne that people dread is cystic acne and many people wish to know more about the causes of cystic acne. Cystic acne refers to large, extremely painful pus filled boils that measure about 5 mm across. They may occur on the face and trunk and as they are deep-rooted cysts the chances for permanent marks and scars is greater. People are offered a variety of treatment options as well as scar removal treatments.

There are times when hormonal imbalances occur causing the body to produce more hormones than they should. This in turn can have adverse reactions that can cause problems like acne. When there are excessive hormones in the body, the oil glands tend to produce more sebum than is necessary to keep the skin healthily moisturized. The excessive sebum clogs hair follicles and when bacteria infects these clogged follicles it can result in painful, large, deep rooted, pus filled cysts that are unsightly to look at and that leave deep scars.

 

Hormonal imbalances occur during puberty, menstruation, while using birth control pills, during pregnancy and during menopause. It is at such times that people have to deal with the cystic acne. One of the main causes of cystic acne is of course heredity. Parents who suffered from cystic acne should watch out, as their children are more prone to suffer from the same condition.

 

Stress and depression is also said to be one of the factors that may cause cystic acne but there are no definite proof. Certain medications that contain lithium and others such as anabolic steroids may also cause cystic acne as side effects.

 

Oil based creams and make up, excessive use of moisturizers, harsh scrubbing and excessive cleaning are also attributed to causing cystic acne. If you do use such synthetic products moderation is advised and medicated, mild soaps are to be used. Make sure your face is clean and free of any residual make up before you go to sleep. Excessive sweating and poor personal hygiene may also be one of the causes of cystic acne.

 

Aggravating a pimple by squeezing or pinching it may lead to a more irritating and painful cystic acne. Skin friction due to constant pressure from helmets or bands etc. may also be possible causes of cystic acne.

 

People who are food sensitive may also be prone to cystic acne due to a badly planned diet. Foods such as dairy products that are rich in fats, chocolates etc. may be aggravators of cystic acne in some cases.

 

It is important to keep the skin clean especially after exposure to environmental and industrial pollutants. Cystic acne may occur as a side effect of being exposed to toxic chemicals too, so take necessary precautions when your work conditions entail contact with such chemicals.

 

There are many causes but the main fact to be noted is that it is a condition that needs medical treatment. There are many treatments available, from medication with drugs that can have side effects but that are effective to natural cures that are effective with no side effects of any kind. Some medications may work wonders and require just one course of the medication, but at times a second treatment may be warranted. The actual causes of cystic acne are not yet very clear but the above causes may be contributing factors.