Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become blocked with oil and dead skin cells, leading to pimples, blackheads, whiteheads and sometimes deeper painful lesions. It most often appears on the face, chest and back, and while it peaks in the teenage years it also affects many adults.
Treatment in Australia ranges from pharmacy products to prescription options such as topical and oral retinoids, antibiotics and hormonal therapies. Because moderate to severe acne can scar, early review matters. An online dermatology consultation lets an AHPRA registered doctor assess skin by telehealth without the long dermatologist waitlist.