Dateline Dehradun: An awareness program on acne was organized at the Himalayan Hospital Jollygrant. During the program, people attending the OPD were informed about the causes, symptoms, and prevention of acne.
On Thursday, the Department of Dermatology at Himalayan Hospital held an awareness program addressing the issue of acne. During this event, Head of the Department, Dr. Rashmi Jindal, mentioned that while acne is a common problem in adolescence, it can occur at any age. It is a common belief that acne only occurs during adolescence, but experts disagree. People in their 30s and 40s can also face acne issues. Dr. Y.S. Bisht explained that acne clogs the pores on the face’s skin. When the sebaceous glands produce excessive sebum oil, the pores get blocked. These glands are connected to hair follicles. This blockage is called a plug, which then expands and turns into a lump, damaging the skin layer. This allows bacteria and harmful substances to enter the skin, causing inflammation and irritation.
Dr. Samarjeet Roy noted that some primary causes of acne are hormonal imbalance, continuous use of oily cosmetics, certain medications, and humid weather. Additionally, genetics can sometimes play a role. Acne can leave scars, marks, patches on the skin, and open pores. They can also lead to a lack of confidence and symptoms of depression. Dr. Ruchi Hemdani explained that there are various types of acne, and if someone has acne, they should consult a dermatologist. Dermatologists diagnose and treat according to the skin type, whereas self-treatment can often be harmful to the skin.
Dr. Deekshita, Dr. Ritu, Dr. Anuj, Dr. Arnav, Dr. Jagruti, Dr. Darshana, Dr. Vrinda, Dr. Sakshi, Dr. Shobhit, and Dr. Tabeer also provided information to the attendees.
