Women’s Health

What Is Back Acne?

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When speaking about back acne in particular, there is a particular form of acne called “acne mechanica”-a fancy name for acne which is caused by irritation of the skin. Anything that repeatedly rubs against the skin, such as backpacks, rough massages, tight fitting clothing, weight lifting machines which press on the shoulder area, or anything else that rubs the back area and irritates the skin can aggravate acne in that area. Back acne can be harder to treat than facial acne. This is due largely to the fact that keeping the back clean is harder than other parts of the body that are easily reached. Back acne frequently begins in puberty when those sebaceous glands start functioning.

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Large, Persistent Cysts

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Endometriomas are frequently found at surgery for ovarian cysts. An elevated Ca-125 is often associated with endometriosis. Meanwhile, the women with the cysts should bear in mind that they are supposed to avoid drinking any beverage that may either be carbonated or caffeinated. It is crucial that the women with the cysts avoid this kind of beverages at all costs unless recovering is not such an important issue to them. It is possible that women who suffer from endometriosis will suffer from some of the more severe types of endometrioma ovarian cysts. These are filled with a thick, dark, chocolate colored substance and can be anywhere between 0.4 inches to 4 inches.

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Yeast Infections – Treatments

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Sometimes it is hard to determine if you have a yeast infection, or another type of infection. The fungus Candida Albicans causes yeast infections. This fungus is present in our bodies and thrives in moist environments such as the vaginal area or the mouth. When the environment in the vagina is affected, the balance is upset, and the good bacteria are unable to control the Candida albicans to restore balance. This will result in a yeast infection. Many factors can cause the balance in the vagina’s environment to alter. Some drugs, steroids, antibiotics, treatments and even birth control pills may affect the environment in the vagina, therefore promoting the development of a yeast infection. Other times it is things that we do that will cause it, such as wearing tight underwear of materials that promote moisture or tight clothes around the crotch area. Sometimes it is the result of a diet that is high in sugar, or the result of some conditions such as diabetes.

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Which Acne Treatment?

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Rule #1: do not ever try to squeeze or pick pimples! You will never treat acne by doing so, this is a job for your doctor and to be performed in sterile condition only. Natural treatment is a great alternative to today’s over the counter products because it doesn’t over dry or irritate skin while gently removing blemishes, zits and pimples and preventing them from returning. Bacteria may then multiple in the clogged pores to cause red, inflamed pimples and the start of acne. The condition is also associated with the hormonal changes associated with a woman’s period, pregnancy or menopause.

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