Prognosis of Acne

Prognosis of Acne: Excellent. Not a major health problem, some risk of scarring. Usually resolves but may last into adulthood. ...see also Overview of Acne

Prognosis for Acne: Although acne is not a serious health threat, severe acne can lead to disfiguring, permanent scarring, which can be upsetting to people who are affected by the disorder. (Source: excerpt from Questions and Answers About Acne: NIAMS) ...see also Overview of Acne

Complications:

Complications of Acne may include:

• Scarring
• Psychological trauma
• Social problems
• Anxiety (type of Neurosis)
• Depression
• more complications...»

See also complications of Acne.

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About prognosis:

The 'prognosis' of Acne usually refers to the likely outcome of Acne. The prognosis of Acne may include the duration of Acne, chances of complications of Acne, probable outcomes, prospects for recovery, recovery period for Acne, survival rates, death rates, and other outcome possibilities in the overall prognosis of Acne. Naturally, such forecast issues are by their nature unpredictable.

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