The most common acne symptoms include:
What is Acne?
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cne is a common condition characterized by skin lesions that are caused when hair follicles get plugged with oil and dead skin cells. Acne is most common in teenagers because the skin’s oil content changes in the teen years. However, it can affect people of any age and appear throughout the human body.
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Acne Symptoms and Associated Conditions
- Whiteheads: Plugged skin pores that are closed
- Blackheads: Plugged skin pores that are open
- Papules: Sensitive red bumps
- Pimples: Papules gathering pus at the tips
- Nodules: Solid, painful lumps under the skin
- Cystic lesions: Painful, pus-filled lumps under skin
Of these, nodules and cystic lesions are relatively rare. Many teens will experience periodic acne episodes (breakouts) consisting of whiteheads, blackheads, and pimples. Hormonal changes and other factors influence the timing of these breakouts, which tend to taper off after the teen years.
For some acne patients, the condition can be persistent. It may last into the 20s or periodically recur throughout life. The longer someone has untreated acne, the more likely they are to have scarring and other more severe complications. Acne can detract significantly from mental health and self-image.
Acne in women over 25 is more common than acne in men of the same age. Flare-ups can be brought on by hormonal changes and are not usually cause for alarm. However, a sudden episode of acne in an adult with no recent history of it may suggest an underlying heath disorder, such as an allergic reaction.
Acne Medication and Treatments
Acne treatments are widely available over the counter. Most cases of acne will clear up without the need for a prescription acne medication. Common acne treatments focus on removing oil and irritants from the upper layer of the skin to make it less likely that hair follicles will become clogged.
Persistent acne for three months or more with no visible improvement after over the counter treatment may require a doctor’s help. Dermatologists, who study conditions of the skin, are usually consulted. A dermatologist may recommend powerful acne medication in the form of a prescription cream.
Acne can become painful and lead to scarring if a breakout is attended by severe inflammation or by bacterial infection. A dermatologist can prescribe acne medication that will help with these symptoms or refer the patient to a doctor who can.
Acne Recovery and Lifestyle Changes
The most severe cases of acne may require several months or even years to treat. However, most patients will eventually overcome acne without the need for many, if any, significant lifestyle changes. Contrary to popular belief, neither dirty skin nor oily foods contribute to acne. However, patients who wear makeup may be advised to switch to an oil-free brand. Likewise, patients should be alert to future breakouts and see a doctor if needed.
Current Acne Clinical Trials
Current acne clinical research focuses on new acne treatments for acne patients suffering from the most intense and prolonged cases, a small fraction of patients overall. This list includes all current acne clinical trials registered with ClinicalTrials.gov. To tell us about a new acne clinical trial, contact us today.
- Safety and Efficacy of Sofwave Treatment for Acne Scars Appearance Improvementon May 3, 2022 at 4:00 pm
Condition: Acne Scars - Mixed Atrophic and HypertrophicIntervention: Device: SofwaveSponsor: Sofwave Medical LTDRecruiting
- LiftActiv B3 in Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIHP)on April 14, 2022 at 4:00 pm
Conditions: Acne; Post Inflammatory HyperpigmentationInterventions: Drug: Liftactiv B3; Other: SunscreenSponsors: University of Miami; Vichy LaboratoiresRecruiting
- An Exploratory Investigation of a Male Focused Skincare Supplementon April 8, 2022 at 4:00 pm
Conditions: Acne; Skin AbnormalitiesIntervention: Dietary Supplement: Fountain of Youth skincare supplementSponsors: Let's Disco; CitruslabsRecruiting
- Almond Supplementation on Mild to Moderate Acneon March 8, 2022 at 5:00 pm
Condition: Acne VulgarisInterventions: Other: Food: whole almonds; Other: Food: non-nut snackSponsors: Integrative Skin Science and Research; Almond Board of CaliforniaRecruiting
- Implementation of a Minor Ailment Service in Community Pharmacy Practiceon February 18, 2022 at 5:00 pm
Conditions: Acne; Bites; Burns; Cold; Cold Sore Mouth; Constipation; Cough; Dental Trauma; Dermatitis; Diarrhea; Dry Eye; Dysmenorrhea; Flatulence; Foot Fungal Infection; Hemorrhoids; Headache; Heartburn; Hyperhidrosis; Mouth Ulcer; Musculoskeletal Pain; Nasal Congestion; Rash; Red Eye; Sleep Disorder; Soft Tissue Injuries; Sore Throat; Stress Disorder, Acute; Temperature Regulation Disorder; Vaginal Candidiasis; Varicose Veins; VomitingIntervention: Other: Minor ailment serviceSponsors: Universidad de Granada; Spanish Society of Community Pharmacy; Pharmaceutical Association, Valencia (MICOF); Pharmaceutical Association, Madrid (Colegio Oficial de Farmacéuticos de Madrid); Pharmaceutical Association, Gipuzkoa (Colegio Oficial de Farmacéuticos de Gipuzkoa); Pharmaceutical Association, Málaga (Colegio Oficial de Farmacéuticos de Málaga); Pharmaceutical Association, Castellón (Colegio Oficial de Farmacéuticos de Castellón); Pharmaceutical Association of Valladolid (Colegio Oficial de Farmacéuticos de Valladolid)Recruiting
- Efficacy and Safety of STBF Photodynamic Therapy for Moderate and Severe Acne Vulgarison February 17, 2022 at 5:00 pm
Condition: AcneInterventions: Procedure: Shengtaibufen Photodynamic Therapy(STBF-PDT); Procedure: Red lightSponsor: Shanghai Dermatology HospitalRecruiting
- ATI-450 vs Placebo in Patients With Moderate to Severe Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)on January 31, 2022 at 5:00 pm
Condition: Hidradenitis SuppurativaInterventions: Drug: ATI-450; Drug: Placebo oral tabletSponsor: Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc.Recruiting
- Effectivity and Safety of Combination of Spent Grain Wax, Argan Oil, Shea Butter and Saccharide Isomerateon January 11, 2022 at 5:00 pm
Condition: Acne VulgarisInterventions: Drug: Combination cream; Drug: Placebo creamSponsor: Dr.dr.Irma Bernadette, SpKK (K)Recruiting
- Lactoferrin + Vitamin E + Zinc for Hormonal Acneon December 9, 2021 at 5:00 pm
Condition: Hormonal AcneInterventions: Dietary Supplement: Lactezin; Dietary Supplement: PlaceboSponsor: United LaboratoriesRecruiting
- Safety, Tolerability, and Immunogenicity of ORI-A-ce001 for the Treatment of Acne Vulgarison November 23, 2021 at 5:00 pm
Condition: Acne VulgarisInterventions: Drug: ORG101 - Experimental 1; Drug: ORG101PL - Placebo 1; Drug: ORG102 - Experimental 2; Drug: ORG102PL - Placebo 2Sponsor: Origimm Biotechnology GmbHRecruiting
- DMT310-005 Topical in the Treatment of Acne Rosaceaon November 4, 2021 at 4:00 pm
Condition: Acne RosaceaInterventions: Drug: Topical Powder; Drug: Placebo Topical PowderSponsor: Dermata TherapeuticsRecruiting
- Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of ASC40 in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Acne Vulgarison November 2, 2021 at 4:00 pm
Condition: Acne VulgarisInterventions: Drug: ASC40 25mg; Drug: ASC40 50mg; Drug: ASC40 75mg; Drug: PlaceboSponsor: Ascletis Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.Recruiting
Conclusion
Virtually everyone will experience acne at some point in life. When acne lingers, however, it should be treated as a serious skin condition. Acne clinical trials offer the opportunity to help prevent and treat long-term acne. Acne clinical research is continuing to uncover important information on hormonal health and other factors. Acne may never disappear for good, but better acne treatments and acne medications are on the horizon.
Match to Acne Clinical Trials
- Access to cutting-edge treatments
- Latest clinical trials
- Find trials in your area