Experienced dermatologists at Oliva can diagnose acne vulgaris by looking out for the above common signs and symptoms during a physical examination. Due to their holistic approach, they may record your family and medical history, lifestyle habits and suggest blood investigations to identify any hormonal imbalance. They will recommend a customised treatment plan based on the underlying cause, type and severity of your acne.

In India alone, more than 10 million people complain of acne every year. People who have a family history of acne vulgaris or hormonal issues like PCOS are more prone to breakouts than others. Also, those of you undergoing hormonal changes due to puberty, pregnancy or menopause have an increased risk of having acne. If you have a stressful lifestyle or poor dietary habits, your probability of having pimples is high. It is advisable to seek medical assistance as soon as you experience an acne outbreak to prevent recurrence and unwanted scarring or pigmentation in the future.