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Acne

December 5, 2025
Topic

A skin condition that occurs when hair follicles plug with oil and dead skin cells.

Acne is a skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells.

Symptoms range from blackheads to pus-filled pimples or large, inflamed, and tender bumps.

Effective treatments exist for this often distressing condition. Early treatment can reduce the risk of lasting physical and emotional damage.