Hormones are the main cause of acne. It is therefore not surprising that most people suffer from pimples during puberty, before menstruation, during pregnancy, but also much later, during menopause. Hormonal acne therefore appears at different ages, whenever hormonal levels are disturbed.
Acne
Why protect against the sun?
Dr. Annelies Avermaete
6.6.2022
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That bit of sunshine in the usually colder Belgium, can that really hurt? However, no matter how pleasant all that sunlight is, protection is necessary. Not only to prevent burns or wrinkles, but also to prevent skin diseases and cancer. Fortunately, there are several ways to protect yourself from sunlight.
Skin Tips
How do I treat eczema and is cortisone ointment safe?
Dr. Annelies Avermaete
14.4.2022
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Eczema is a skin condition where the skin inflames. This inflammation causes the red, scaly areas that are annoying to itch. There are different types of eczema but the one that dermatologists encounter most often is atopic eczema, also known as constitutional eczema, neurodermatitis, or atopic dermatitis.
Skin issues
Eczema
Do acne and puberty go hand in hand?
Dr. Annelies Avermaete
29.3.2022
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Around 85% of adolescents and young adults get acne. For girls, this is usually between 14 and 18 years, for boys a little later: between 16 and 19 years. This acne will disappear on its own. Before the age of 25, she often disappeared. Why is it that it bothers adolescents so much?