Different types of acne

Different types of acne
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Different types of acne

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So are there different kinds of acne and are they treated the same way? Absolutely. Acne in one patient may present with blackheads and whiteheads and in another patient they may have really tender red bumps that we refer to as cysts and even pus-filled spots. And as a dermatologist, it's my job to make sure we tailor the treatment to each individual type of acne. .For that patient with the clogged pores, oftentimes getting them on a gentle skincare regiment and using a topical cream like benzyl peroxide or a vitamin A cream like Retin-A will do a good job to unclog the pores. But for the patient who has more of those red, tender bumps and pus-filled legions, they'll often need medication by mouth prescribed by their dermatologist. There's a finally type of acne that we seen in women, particularly women as they get into their later teens and early 20s, and it's acne that follows the cycle of their menstrual cycle and those patients will need to address the hormonal fluctuations that are causing their acne.
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Shannon Humphrey

Dermatologist

Dr. Shannon Humphrey is at the forefront of innovation in dermatology. Her active dermatology practice in Vancouver, British Columbia, is centered on the principle of using world-leading dermatological technologies and products to deliver healthy beautiful skin.

As the Director of Continuing Medical Education and Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Dermatology and Skin Science at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Humphrey teaches in the undergraduate, post-graduate and CME dermatology programs and also established an acne and rosacea subspecialty clinic. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Humphrey is an active clinical trialist, serving as the principal investigator for numerous pivotal cosmetic clinical trials.

Dr. Humphrey is a regular voice in local and national media and is an active committee member with the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the Women's Dermatologic Society, and the Canadian Dermatology Association.

A recognized expert in the use of soft tissue fillers and neuromodulators in particular, Dr. Humphrey is a frequent speaker and oft-published author on these topics with a continued focus on her personal passion for achieving natural-looking results.

Dr. Humphrey received her Bachelor of Science and MD with distinction from Dalhousie University, completed her dermatology residency at the University of British Columbia and is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology.

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