Pimples in old age
Normally, the skin becomes drier and less oily with age, which is why blackheads and pimples become rarer. Nevertheless, even older people can be affected by pus pimples on the face. The causes of impure skin in old age are varied and range from stress and mental strain to unhealthy eating habits and hormonal surges.
Especially women during the menopause are particularly affected by the hormonal changes and suffer more from pus pimples and blackheads on the face. Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption causes the skin to age more rapidly and promotes the development of facial impurities. Plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables and sufficient water provide the skin with the necessary vitamins and help to maintain a fine and even complexion.
However, there may also be a skin disease behind the pus pimples on the face. People who suffer from the chronic inflammatory skin disease rosacea get redness, nodules and small filled blisters on the face. Many people affected are not aware of the disease and confuse the symptoms with skin impurities. Therefore, if pus pimples on the face are severe or persist for weeks, a dermatologist should be consulted to determine the cause of the skin changes in old age.
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