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Return To Acne Article Archive   Search the Article Archives Acne- Is It Contagious? By CD Mohatta Acne is one of the most common disorders that trouble us. Many of us get acne even when we grow up. Acne spoils our looks and affects our confidence. The scars are as bad and make us self-conscious. Can acne be contagious? Should we keep away from acne sufferers? Acne- is it contagious or not? For any diseases or condition to be contagious, there has be an agent that is passed on from one person to another. Like in ringworm, where one can pass on the fungus and affect another person. Acne causes have nothing that can be passed on from one person to another. There is nothing that we can catch from others and that will cause acne on our skin. Acne- Causes- Acne is caused by the excess production of sebum that is hormonal. The gland block that forms and makes the sebum remain inside is only dead skin and is also caused by hormonal and other unknown reasons. The bacteria P.acnes that inflames the acne is found on the skin of all of us. None of these three reasons for causing acne can be passed on. So acne is not contagious. To know more about what causes acne click here for this quick acne quiz- Quiz the acne myths Acne- what care should I take to keep it away? Avoid stress. Whenever you take any hormones or are nearing pregnancy, consult your doctor about acne possibility and prevent it. Keep your top layer of the skin healthy by use of AHAs etc. wash your face twice a day and keep it clean of dirt and oils. This article is only for informative purposes. This article is not intended to be a medical advise and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for your medical concerns. Please follow any tip given in this article only after consulting your doctor. The author is not liable for any outcome or damage resulting from information obtained from this article. Related links :- 1- How Acne Forms? 2- Types Of Acne Are you a myspace user? Please click for- Myspace comments, backgrounds, layouts and comment generators. About the Author: The author C.D.Mohatta writes on skin problems, treatments and skin care. For more info about getting good skin, visit http://www.doctorgoodskin.com/. This site is dedicated to make you look good. Also find out more about acne that causes damage to your skin. keywords: Acne | Skincare | Skin Care Accutane Pill

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