Dr. Mounika Ketha MBBS MD.DVL
Acne Treatment in Hyderabad

Best Dermatologist for Skin Care!

Best Dermatologist for Skin Care!

Certified in skin treatments and aesthetic dermatology Dr. Mounika has over 10 years experience in bringing smiles.

Certified in skin treatments and aesthetic dermatology Dr. Mounika has over 10 years experience in bringing smiles.

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Best Dermatologist, Acne Treatment in Hyderabad

Acne, is a common skin issue which is known to start in teens and go on into adulthood. It can go beyond menopause as well due to strong genetic and lifestyle components.

Causes of Acne

Sebaceous gland hyperactivity and inflammation are the two primary causes.

This has a lot to do with

  1. Diet (dairy, refined sugar, fried food and gluten intake),
  2. Habits (smoking and alcohol consumption especially with sugary mixtures in cocktails and wheat beers which are high caloric load and inflammatory properties)
  3. Sleep pattern ( irregular or reduced sleep hours especially in people with night shifts or in frequent flyers)
  4. Sedentary lifestyle.

In women it’s a bit more complex. The above causes can cause imbalance in 6 hormones- thyroid, cortisol, insulin, prolactin, 17 hydroxy progesterone and testosterone. The common condition being PCOS with highest incidence of about 29-35% last recorded in 2024 September in India. Jawline acne (acne in the lower part of the face) is the diagnostic point in hormonal acne. This can occur along with other findings like unwanted facial hair, patterned hair loss, etc.

In men however, there are primarily 2 hormones responsible for acne insulin and cortisol.

The variants

The more severe variants of acne include cyst formation and infection along with follicle involvement in underarms, inner thighs etc is called hidradenitis suppurativa.

The out of the box variants are acne fulminans, acne conglobata, recurrent folliculitis, dissecting folliculitis and cellulitis of scalp acne keloidalis nuchae.

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How to combat this naturally

The milder forms usually improve with diet and lifestyle modification.

  • Sleep – a good 7-8 hour sleep working around the circadian rhythm can moderate your cortisol levels.
  • Diet – staying away from sugary high carb diet
  • Exercise – a combination of cardio, weight training and yoga
  • Diet – including a lot of veggies and fruits with good fibre content is something you can easily do.

Stress management- sleep and exercise contribute a lot in this aspect. Pranayama and breathing right is the key.

Medical management

  • Inflammatory Acne – cystic acne needs a course of antibiotics to remove all the bacteria
  • Retinoids – for comedogenic variant we use these magic molecules to improve cellular turnover and reduce the tendency to scar.
  • Antioxidants – to help recover and reduce recurrence.

Identification of hormonal imbalance and correction.

Our in-clinic treatments for Acne

Chemical Peels

Chemical Peels help open the clogged hair follicle units by loosening the skin cells and improving cell turnover. Agents like salicylic acid, azelaic acid when used can reduce the sebaceous activity (oil production).

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Hollywood Peel (Carbon LASER)

Carbon Laser infuses carbon into sebaceous glands to clear blockages, while Q-switched Nd:YAG laser reduces acne pigmentation by breaking down impurities and promoting clearer skin.

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Rosacea Gold Toning

Gold toning is very useful in inflammatory acne where there’s a lot of redness and pus formation. This works by primarily reducing the inflammation and blood vessel enlargement.

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Acne scars treatment

At Arna Dermatology for Acne Treatment

We are concerned more about the permanent scars that acne leaves behind than the acne itself. Though we are equipped with great treatments to improve the scars, we cannot correct it 100%. So we believe in quick correction.

We guide you to take simple measures to heal your system naturally. We monitor your progress with regular follow ups. We support your treatment with several in clinic treatments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Know more frequently asked questions (FAQs) About Acne Treatment.

At Arna Dermatology, we offer a wide range of acne treatments including topical and oral medications, chemical peels, laser therapy, microneedling with PRP, and advanced treatments like fractional CO2 laser and subcision, depending on the severity and type of acne or acne scars.

Our dermatologists perform a personalized skin analysis during your consultation to determine the type of acne and recommend a customized treatment plan tailored to your skin condition, lifestyle, and goals.

The number of sessions depends on the treatment chosen and the severity of your acne or scars. On average, patients start noticing improvements after 3-4 sessions, but optimal results may require 6-8 sessions.

Yes, our dermatologists often use combination treatments to address both active acne and scarring simultaneously for faster and more effective results.

Absolutely. Our team provides a detailed post-treatment skincare plan to help maintain results and avoid any complications. This may include specific cleansers, moisturizers, and sun protection.

Costs vary depending on the type of treatment and the number of sessions required. We offer transparent pricing during the consultation, and treatment packages may also be available.