Acne is a skin condition that occurs when hair follicles under the skin become obstructed. Although most common on the face, acne outbreaks can also occur on the neck, chest, shoulders and upper back.
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Acne
About acne
Common causes
Acne can be caused by numerous factors: hormonal changes, genetic predisposition, normal changes during the period, pregnancy, menopause, diet high in refined sugar or carbohydrates, certain medications such as oral contraceptives, corticosteroids, lithium and barbiturates, as well as certain cosmetics and chronic stress.
Impact on daily life
People with acne may experience depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, poor self-image, lower quality of life, and loneliness.
Acne treatments
Even the toughest acne can be eliminated with the right treatment!
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Oral medications
Many oral antibiotics and vitamin treatments can help reduce or even eliminate acne.
In the case of acne, the tablets are usually taken twice a day for 3 months.
Depending on your condition, the frequency and duration may vary.
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Topical treatments
Topical treatments can be creams, lotions or soaps applied directly to the area affected by acne.
In most cases, a thin layer applied every night is recommended.
Our team will choose the treatment that best suits your type of acne.
Consult dermago online
How does it work?
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Create your file
Complete the online form at your convenience. Please be specific in your answers so that the team has all the necessary information.
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Send your photos
Use quality photos. Pictures of your skin condition to be treated should be clear and well-lit.
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Ask your questions
Use our secure messaging system to communicate directly and privately with the medical team.
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Begin your treatment
Your prescription will be sent directly to your pharmacy. The pharmacist will contact you when it is ready for pick-up.
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See what our patients have to say
« My 14-year-old son developed acne in his early teens, and it bothered him. We decided to consult. Quickly, we had treatments to effectively calm acne eruptions. »
Laurence and Mathis
dermago patients
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