ACNE

Acne is the result of overactivity of oil glands at the base of hair follicles.
Hormone changes during teenage years cause oil glands to become overactive. Family background (heredity) plays a role in oily skin, and in increasing sensitivity of the skin to hormonal changes. Skin cells can "plug" skin pores causing "whiteheads" and, with pigment, "blackheads."
A "pimple" is an oil gland that is infected with bacteria, resulting in an inflamed area with pus formation. Acne is NOT caused by eating oily foods, soft drinks, or chocolate.
Although there is no true "cure" for acne, proper skin care, skin gel, oral antibiotics, and other oral medications are available to control the more severe forms of acne.