The Four Types Of Acne Scars
Scars left over from zits have a tremendous bearing on one’s psychological capacities. One unavoidable – and awkward – biological phase that most of us undergo in our younger days is agonizing over a case of acne. We had to weather the pesky scarlet pustules and the possible scarring.
A breakout of acne is mainly induced when hair follicles become blocked with dirt and sebum. This clogged environment is an ideal place for the proliferation of bacteria; the bacteria cause those reddish pustules we call zits.
Once we recover from the scarlet nodules, we have to deal with the scars. Even though there are acne scars that grow lighter with time, some scars do not. Living with these scars on our own faces can be a sad experience.
There are four known types of scarring caused by skin breakouts. Ice pick scars got their name because they leave pit-like marks on the skin’s surface. Boxcar scars are usually spread over on the sides of the head and the cheeks, and they could resemble scars left after a case of varicella (i.e., chickenpox). Keloidal and hypertrophic scars are easily recognizable because of their raised outer membranes. Rolling scars look like shallow hollows on the skin.
Academic researches prove that acne scars on the face can have heavy psychological effects on the individual, like low sense of self-worth, depression, and suicidal tendencies.
All The Same, it is not yet time to lose hope. Day after day, technological advancements in the treatment of acne scars are being developed. For example, there are laser treatments, creams, skin abrasion procedures, and injections that are presently being developed to treat acne scars. Contact your doctor and inquire about the most applicable procedure for you.