Adult acne: Troublesome, but treatable

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Acne occurs when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skill cells, and the treatment for acne works by reducing oil production, speeding up skin cell turnover, and fighting bacterial infection. Doctors might recommend one more of the four types of treatment, topical treatment with acne lotions to dry up the oil, remove dead cells and kill bacteria, use of antibiotics, isotretinoin which is a powerful drug for acne scarring, and oral contraceptives.

Acne, Disease/Disorder overview

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Panic attack: frightening condition is not just 'nerves' or stress

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Panic attacks are a treatable condition in which a sudden feeling of intense fear provokes an uncomfortable physical reaction. Treatments for panic attacks include education, antidepressants and tranquilizers, and therapy to learn coping skills.

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Panic attacks: Scary, but treatable

Article Abstract:

Panic attacks often occur spontaneously and for no apparent reason. Treatments, such as cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and use of anti-depressants, are helpful in cases where the attacks begin to affect one's day-to-day life.

United States, Risk factors, Cognitive therapy, Panic disorders

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