Body Acne Demystified: Tips from a Dermatologist

Dealing with chronic acne pimples and scars on the face is distressing enough, but when acne begins to appear all over the body, it can be physically painful and reduce one's desire to show off one's skin. Talk to Dr. Ronald Mann and the qualified staff at Catalina Dermatology in Tucson, Casa Grande, and Vail, AZ, to learn how to prevent, manage, and treat body acne.

About Body Acne

Acne is most commonly associated with pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads on the face that can develop into scars, but in some cases, patients have full-body acne breakouts. Body acne commonly shows up on the back, buttock region, and chest. Because some of these areas are more difficult to reach, they can be more difficult to treat. Bacteria and oil buildup in the skin glands, hormonal changes, stress, and family history or biology cause body acne.

Dermatologist Tips Regarding Body Acne

The best way to prevent body acne is to get educated about this skin condition and understand what may be causing the flare-ups in your particular case. These are some tips that can help you manage body acne:

• Change your body lotions, cleansers, and creams, as they may be causing allergic reactions or are not designed for your skin type.
• Identify specific sources of stress that could be behind flare-ups.
• Discuss your dietary needs with a nutritional specialist.
• Ask your doctor for hormonal testing to see if a deficit of hormones could be the reason for your body's acne. Hormonal therapies may help.

Skin Treatments for Body Acne

Your Tucson, Casa Grande, and Vail, AZ, dermatologist can help you with targeted treatments to reduce or eliminate body acne breakouts. The common treatments include oral antibiotics and medicated creams (retinoids) as well as azelaic and salicylic acid. Some patients also benefit from chemical peels and light (laser) therapy for the skin.

Talk to Your Dermatologist

Body acne can be a persistent and difficult skin condition to manage and get rid of -- especially if you are genetically prone to acne. Call (520) 529-8883 or (520)-479-1881 today to schedule a visit with Dr. Ronald Mann and his skin professionals at Catalina Dermatology in Tucson, Casa Grande, and Vail, AZ.