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Pockmark
Synonyms	Acne scars, ice pick scars
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Depressed scars on the skin
Complications	Psychological distress
Onset	Post-inflammatory
Duration	Long-term
Types	N/A
Causes	Acne vulgaris, Chickenpox, Smallpox
Risks	Severe acne, improper treatment
Diagnosis	N/A
Differential diagnosis	N/A
Prevention	N/A
Treatment	Laser therapy, Dermabrasion, Chemical peel
Medication	N/A
Prognosis	N/A
Frequency	Common
Deaths	N/A

Latest revision as of 20:32, 30 December 2024

Information about pockmarks on the skin

Pockmarks are a type of scar that appear as depressions in the skin. They are often the result of acne vulgaris, chickenpox, or smallpox. These scars can vary in depth and size, and they are typically more noticeable on the face.

Causes[edit]

Pockmarks are primarily caused by the loss of underlying skin tissue. This can occur due to:

Acne vulgaris: Severe acne can damage the skin and underlying tissue, leading to pockmarks.
Chickenpox: This viral infection can leave scars after the blisters heal.
Smallpox: Although eradicated, smallpox was known to cause significant scarring.

Risk Factors[edit]

Certain factors can increase the likelihood of developing pockmarks:

Severe or cystic acne
Delayed or improper treatment of acne
Picking or squeezing acne lesions

Treatment[edit]

Several treatments are available to reduce the appearance of pockmarks:

Laser therapy: This treatment uses focused light to remove layers of skin, promoting new skin growth.
Dermabrasion: A procedure that sands down the skin to improve its texture.
Chemical peel: A chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layers, encouraging new skin to form.
Microneedling: Involves using fine needles to puncture the skin, stimulating collagen production.

Psychological Impact[edit]

Pockmarks can lead to psychological distress due to their impact on appearance. Individuals with noticeable scars may experience reduced self-esteem and social anxiety.

References[edit]

External Links[edit]

American Academy of Dermatology: Acne Scars

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-'''Pockmark'''
-[[File:Pockmark.jpg|thumb|Example of pockmarks on the seafloor]]
+{{Short description|Information about pockmarks on the skin}}
+{{Infobox medical condition
+| name = Pockmark
+| image = <!-- Image removed -->
+| caption = <!-- Caption removed -->
+| synonyms = Acne scars, ice pick scars
+| field = [[Dermatology]]
+| symptoms = Depressed scars on the skin
+| complications = [[Psychological distress]]
+| onset = Post-inflammatory
+| duration = Long-term
+| causes = [[Acne vulgaris]], [[Chickenpox]], [[Smallpox]]
+| risks = Severe acne, improper treatment
+| treatment = [[Laser therapy]], [[Dermabrasion]], [[Chemical peel]]
+| frequency = Common
+}}
-'''Pockmarks''' are depressions or craters in the [[seafloor]] caused by the expulsion of fluids such as [[gas]] or [[liquids]]. These geological features are typically found in [[marine]] environments but can also occur in [[lacustrine]] (lake) settings. Pockmarks vary in size, ranging from a few meters to several kilometers in diameter and can be several meters deep.
+'''Pockmarks''' are a type of [[scar]] that appear as depressions in the skin. They are often the result of [[acne vulgaris]], [[chickenpox]], or [[smallpox]]. These scars can vary in depth and size, and they are typically more noticeable on the face.
-==Formation==
+== Causes ==
-Pockmarks are formed by the escape of fluids from the subsurface to the seafloor. This process can be driven by various mechanisms, including:
+Pockmarks are primarily caused by the loss of underlying skin tissue. This can occur due to:
-* [[Methane]] seepage
+* [[Acne vulgaris]]: Severe acne can damage the skin and underlying tissue, leading to pockmarks.
-* [[Hydrothermal vent]] activity
+* [[Chickenpox]]: This viral infection can leave scars after the blisters heal.
-* [[Groundwater]] discharge
+* [[Smallpox]]: Although eradicated, smallpox was known to cause significant scarring.
-* [[Sediment]] compaction and dewatering
-The escaping fluids erode the surrounding [[sediment]], creating a depression. Over time, these depressions can become more pronounced as more fluid escapes.
+== Risk Factors ==
+Certain factors can increase the likelihood of developing pockmarks:
+* Severe or cystic acne
+* Delayed or improper treatment of acne
+* Picking or squeezing acne lesions
-==Distribution==
+== Treatment ==
-Pockmarks are found in various locations around the world, including:
+Several treatments are available to reduce the appearance of pockmarks:
-* The [[North Sea]]
+* [[Laser therapy]]: This treatment uses focused light to remove layers of skin, promoting new skin growth.
-* The [[Gulf of Mexico]]
+* [[Dermabrasion]]: A procedure that sands down the skin to improve its texture.
-* The [[Barents Sea]]
+* [[Chemical peel]]: A chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layers, encouraging new skin to form.
-* Offshore of [[New Zealand]]
+* [[Microneedling]]: Involves using fine needles to puncture the skin, stimulating collagen production.
-They are often associated with areas of high [[biological productivity]] and can be indicators of underlying hydrocarbon reservoirs.
+== Psychological Impact ==
+Pockmarks can lead to [[psychological distress]] due to their impact on appearance. Individuals with noticeable scars may experience reduced self-esteem and social anxiety.
-==Ecological Significance==
+== See Also ==
-Pockmarks can host unique [[ecosystems]] due to the presence of chemosynthetic organisms that utilize the escaping methane or other chemicals as an energy source. These ecosystems can include:
+* [[Scar]]
-* [[Bacteria]]
+* [[Acne vulgaris]]
-* [[Archaea]]
+* [[Dermatology]]
-* [[Tubeworms]]
-* [[Clams]]
-==Research and Exploration==
+== References ==
-Pockmarks are of interest to geologists, oceanographers, and biologists. They are studied using various methods, including:
+{{Reflist}}
-* [[Seismic survey]]s
-* [[Remote sensing]]
-* [[Submersible]]s and [[ROV]]s (Remotely Operated Vehicles)
-==Related Pages==
+== External Links ==
-* [[Seafloor]]
+* [https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/acne/skin-care/scars American Academy of Dermatology: Acne Scars]
-* [[Methane]]
-* [[Hydrothermal vent]]
-* [[Sediment]]
-* [[Groundwater]]
-* [[Ecosystem]]
-* [[Seismic survey]]
-* [[Remote sensing]]
-* [[Submersible]]
-* [[ROV]]
-==See Also==
+[[Category:Dermatology]]
-* [[Cold seep]]
+[[Category:Skin conditions resulting from physical factors]]
-* [[Mud volcano]]
+[[Category:Scarring]]
-* [[Gas hydrate]]
-* [[Marine geology]]
-[[Category:Geological features]]
-[[Category:Marine geology]]
-[[Category:Oceanography]]
-{{Geology-stub}}