What is back acne?
If you have acne on your back (also known as “bacne”), as well as your face and maybe also your chest, this is likely to be because you have a type of acne called severe acne.
Severe acne is a systemic condition, which means it has an underlying rather than a superficial cause. It involves inflamed nodules and cysts in more than one area, especially the shoulders.
Severe acne is driven by a sensitivity to hormones, in particular dihydrotestosterone or DHT.
What causes back acne?
There are many reasons why people can develop back acne. Some of these include hormonal imbalances, genetics, certain medications and even sweat.
Research suggests that diet may play a part too. Foods that have a high glycemic index, contain dairy, as well as certain carbohydrates may trigger back acne.
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