► Recession Special  |  We have moved !

Popular Links

Acupuncture for

- prostate problems

- erectile dysfunction

Quick Links

Are you aware that acne can be caused by at least one of the following:

Poor management of acne can result in scarring that ultimately may affect one's self-esteem or may lead to depression. Consequently, it is important to have the acne condition adequately treated in a wholistic way.

Definition

Acne is defined as an inflammatory disease of the sebaceous glands (oil producing glands) of the skin. Acne often appears on the areas of body where there is an excessive production of greasy or oil or sweat.

Accompanying signs & symptoms

Papules, pustules (pimples with pus) and/or blackheads on the face and upper body where oil secreting glands are abundant. In severe cases, these papules and pustules may resolve in cysts, nodules or scarring. 

Possible Causes

Poor hygiene of the skin: such as one failing to clean the face or skin properly. 
Hormonal imbalance: often seen in young adults and affects people in their puberty
Poor diet: excessive intake of deep-fried, oily and greasy foods, or foods that contain high level of oil or fat
Stress
Poor lifestyle

Inadequate skin care procedure or use of skin care products or cleanser that are not suited to the individual's skin type.

Physiological Mechanisms

Acnes are formed as the result of excessive oil/grease present that clogs up pores. This sets up an inflammation process as well as attracting oil feeding bacteria.

Treatment Modalities

Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, personalised Chinese herbal medicine for detoxification as well as using practitioner assessed and recommended skin care procedure for acne prevention.

Mechanism of action of the herbs used

Chinese herbs used in treating this condition act to:
   Purge the toxins out of the body
   Reduce redness, swelling and inflammation
   Facilitate the removal of toxic substances accumulated in Liver
   Regulate hormonal imbalances
   Soften the nodules and hard scarring
   Anti bacterial and anti viral actions

Adequate skin care products and procedure can effectively

   Reduce redness and swelling

   Minimises bacterial growth and prevent acne formation and acne recurrence

Health Advice

Reducing the intake of caffeine and cigarette smoking
Eat a balance diet
Establishing a regular eating habit
Encouraging moderate, regular and outdoor exercises

If you have any question, you are welcome to contact our clinic on 02 9386 1018.

References

Longman concise medical dictionary, 1994

Chinese-English Manual of Common-Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ou Ming, 1995

Related Links:

Why do I need to to have a consultation?

Acupuncture FAQ