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Acne types

 To define someones people or stage of acne dermatologists using a grading system, like the one shown below, choose which one best suits you and click it for further information on it and treatments!

Acne Grade Description                                  

Mild Acne

  • 3 dozen comedones (Blackheads)
  • Scattered papules
  • Lesions NOT visible from 2.5m away
  • Found anywhere on the body

Moderate Acne

  • Inflamed red lesions
  • Numerous comedones and pustules
  • Pustules as large as 1-2cm
  • Lesions visible at 2.5m away
  • Found anywhere on the body

Severe Acne

  • Numerous comedones
  • Pus filled pustles extened till the neck
  • Pustules as large as 1-2cm
  • Highly inflammatory lesions
  • Lesions visible from 2.5m away
  • Acne conglobata
  • Sinus or cystic acne
  • Found anywhere on the skin

 

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