Can acne and pimples wear a mask?

Written by Zhang Jian Bo
Dermatology
Updated on September 21, 2024
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The patient has acne and chooses to wear a mask, which does have a certain impact on the acne. The acne appears around the mouth area, and wearing a mask will cover the affected area. Although it can protect one's health, it may exacerbate the symptoms of acne. Active treatment for acne is necessary, involving proper hydration by drinking small amounts of water frequently and maintaining a light diet, including foods high in vitamins. When going out, it is crucial to wear a mask for personal safety, especially during the epidemic prevention phase. More attention should be paid to self-protection. After returning home, the acne-affected area should be promptly treated with medication, and cleanliness and hygiene should be maintained.

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Can acne be squeezed?

Acne, commonly known as acne vulgaris, is somewhat related to the vigorous secretion of one's own sebaceous glands. Spicy and irritating foods or staying up late can also cause it. If the acne is in the inflammatory phase and is very red and painful, try not to squeeze it, as this can easily lead to scarring or pits later on. If an individual acne lesion has become purulent and feels soft to the touch, you can prick it with a needle and squeeze out the pus, which can speed up recovery later. However, it is still recommended to use standard medications and combined red and blue light therapy, as this is less likely to cause skin damage and the recovery effects are generally better. It is also advisable to develop good dietary and lifestyle habits. (Doctor's answer is for reference only, administer medication under the guidance of a professional physician, do not blindly medicate.)

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Can moxibustion be used to treat acne?

In the case of acne, it can be treated by moxibustion, as moxibustion can activate blood circulation, remove obstructions in the channels, dispel wind, and dissipate cold. It can effectively help regulate the body. The occurrence of acne is mostly caused by excessive fatigue, habitual staying up late, and consuming stimulating foods. Therefore, first and foremost, while undergoing moxibustion, it is also necessary to improve everyday life aspects, such as maintaining a regular schedule, ensuring adequate sleep, avoiding staying up late, and engaging in more physical exercise to enhance the body's immunity. Diet should mainly consist of light meals.

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How to Manage Bad Breath During Adolescence

There are various causes of bad breath, generally, it might be due to an accumulation of dental stains, plaque, and tartar in the patient's mouth, which are not cleaned in time, failing to develop a good habit of brushing teeth morning and night. It could also be due to the patient staying up late frequently, leading to internal heat in the body and gastrointestinal dysfunction, which might result in bad breath. Or it could be irregular eating habits, often consuming spicy and irritating food, causing the patient's body to have excessive internal heat. In such cases, dietary adjustments can be made, adopting a light diet and regular living habits. If the patient has a lot of dental stains, they can visit a formal dental hospital for treatment and teeth cleaning. Removing dental stains, tartar, and plaque can eliminate bad breath and also provide good protection for the health of the teeth themselves.

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How is gingivitis treated in adolescence?

Gingivitis during adolescence may also be due to the patient's negligence in oral hygiene, chronic staying up late, binge eating and drinking, or frequent consumption of spicy and irritating foods, leading to poor oral hygiene. However, some gingivitis in adolescence is also due to changes in the patient's internal sex hormones, which temporarily enhance the inflammation of the gums. Generally, some inflammation can subside on its own after adolescence, but typical gingival inflammation cannot completely heal. At this time, it is advised that patients pay attention to oral hygiene. They could consider dental cleaning to remove plaque and tartar, and combine this with some oral medications for treatment, which generally can lead to recovery. If patients often neglect their diet, it is recommended that they adjust to a healthy dietary lifestyle and undergo regular check-ups, which can generally lead to recovery.

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Can acne and pimples wear a mask?

The patient has acne and chooses to wear a mask, which does have a certain impact on the acne. The acne appears around the mouth area, and wearing a mask will cover the affected area. Although it can protect one's health, it may exacerbate the symptoms of acne. Active treatment for acne is necessary, involving proper hydration by drinking small amounts of water frequently and maintaining a light diet, including foods high in vitamins. When going out, it is crucial to wear a mask for personal safety, especially during the epidemic prevention phase. More attention should be paid to self-protection. After returning home, the acne-affected area should be promptly treated with medication, and cleanliness and hygiene should be maintained.