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Acne is one of the most common conditions in humans. It is an inflammatory condition of the sebaceous glands of the skin. Really anyone can suffer from acne and this skin condition is very common. Usually acne occurs in puberty, due to changes in hormones. Interestingly, during puberty it is more common in boys than in girls. Especially after puberty, women are more often affected by acne.

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Treatment pathway:

1 Causes & symptoms
2 GP referral
3 Research & diagnosis
4 Treatment

There are different forms of Acne

  • Acne vulgaris: Acne generally refers to acne vulgaris, the medical term for juvenile pimples. Acne in this case is caused by inflammation of the skin around the sebaceous glands (sebaceous follicles).
  • Chronic acne: Another common form is Hidradenitis suppurativa (acne inversa). This form has chronic and recurrent inflammation of the skin in the body folds, especially in the armpits and groin.
  • Acne conglobata : Acne conglobata is a severe form, occurring mainly in men and often persisting long after the age of 20. It is characterized by double comedones, large subcutaneous nodules and abscesses (pus-filled cavities), which eventually heal leaving behind unsightly scars.

There are different treatments for acne. This depends on the degree and symptoms. The specialists of Bergman Clinics | Skin & Vascular give advice on the right treatment and support in this process.

Treatments may include:

Want to learn more about acne screening and treatment at Bergman Clinics? If so, please get in touch. Would you like to make an appointment right away? You can do so with a referral from your primary care physician.

Access times

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Branches

Keesom Street 14

Alkmaar

Keesomstraat 14
1821 BS Alkmaar

Nijenburg 152

Amsterdam

Nijenburg 152
1081 GG Amsterdam

Sniederslaan 45A

Bladel

Sniederslaan 45A
5531 EH Bladel

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Doctors

Dr. Lidian Lecluse

Dermatologist

Location Amsterdam Nijenburg, Haarlem

Dr. Pauline Sprengers-Smit

Dermatologist

Location The Hague, The Hague

drs. Marc Nahuys

Dermatologist

Location Alkmaar, Doetinchem, Enschede, Haarlem

Dr. Koen Quint

Dermatologist

Location Leiden

Dr. Lisanne Secker

Dermatologist

Location Delft, Leiden, Monster

Dr. Marjolein Frunt

Dermatologist

Location Eindhoven

Dr. Deborah Beemer-Kraag

Dermatologist

Location Hilversum, Utrecht

Dr. Monica Boot-Bloemen

Dermatologist

Location Alkmaar, Haarlem

Dr. Anke Hendriks

Dermatologist

Location Venray

Dr. Mignon van den Elzen

Dermatologist

Location Bladel, Eindhoven

drs. Hajo Bruining

Dermatologist

Location Alkmaar, Haarlem

drs. Anna-Christa de Vries

Dermatologist

Location Haarlem, Hilversum

Dr. Nynke Meijer-de Vrieze

Dermatologist

Location Alkmaar, Hilversum

Dr. Alissa Hartog

Dermatologist

Location Alkmaar, Amsterdam Nijenburg

Dr. Anne de Waal

Dermatologist

Location Doetinchem, Ede

drs. S. Poortinga

Dermatologist

Location Doetinchem, Ede, Enschede

Dr. Renée Richters

Dermatologist

Location Den Bosch, Doetinchem

Drs. Jolanda Hellenbrand-Hendriks

Dermatologist

Location Den Bosch, Doetinchem

Dr. Bas Wind

Dermatologist

Location Amsterdam Nijenburg, Haarlem

Dr. Henrike Broekman

Dermatologist

Location Hilversum, Utrecht

Dr. Benedikt Sandelin

Dermatologist

Location The Hague
Dr. Roel Genders

Dr. Roel Genders

Dermatologist

Location Leiden
Dr. Norbert Ipenburg

Dr. Norbert Ipenburg

Dermatologist

Location Monster

Dr. Stephanie Boonk

Dermatologist

Location Delft, Leiden

Dr. Simone van der Geer

Dermatologist

Location Eindhoven, Venray

Dr. Judith Ostertag

Dermatologist

Location Eindhoven, Venray
Dr. M. Kamsteeg

Dr. M. Kamsteeg

Dermatologist

Location Venray

Dr. Emiel Brand

Mohs dermatologist

Location Haarlem, Hilversum, Rijswijk

Dr. Xiaomeng Liu

Mohs dermatologist

Location Hilversum

Dr. Carlijn Voorbij-Vierstra

Mohs dermatologist

Location Alkmaar, Haarlem, Hilversum

Dr. Marieke Weijns

Mohs dermatologist

Location Alkmaar, Haarlem, Hilversum, Rijswijk

Dr. Simone van der Velden

Mohs dermatologist

Location Eindhoven
Drs. Annelien Morks

Drs. Annelien Morks

Proctologist

Location Delft, Leiden

Questions

Which branches can I visit?

What are the access times for this treatment?

Want to know how soon you can get your specific treatment at Bergman Clinics? Then check out the current admission times now.

Does smearing toothpaste help against acne?

Unfortunately, there is no evidence for this. In fact, smearing toothpaste makes the skin very dry and can make acne worse, causing more pimples and zits.

Does tanning help against acne?

It may seem that tanning helps against acne because your skin gets taner and the redness of acne is less noticeable. However, lots of sun can dry out and irritate the skin to such an extent that the symptoms worsen. UV/sunlight can dry out pimples, though.

What can I do about acne myself?

Skin Care

In most cases, people with acne suffer from increased sebum production. A characteristic feature is an oily, shiny face. Cleansing the skin daily with lukewarm water (without scrubbing or exfoliating) removes excess sebum and ensures healthy skin. Excessive use of water and soap is useless and may even be harmful to the skin. Dry skin sometimes develops during treatment. A moisturizing cream may provide relief. Be careful that this cream is not too greasy, which can cause pimples. Squeezing or exfoliating blackheads, pimples and pimples yourself can lead to scarring and worsening of the pimples and is therefore not recommended.

Medicines

It is wise not to keep switching from one drug to another. Several factors usually play a role in the development of acne. Therefore, if a particular drug does not help adequately, it is better to add a drug to the treatment. With combination treatment, the condition can be fought on several fronts at once.

What is the arrangement for reimbursement/insurance?

For more information, visit the Reimbursement & Insurance page.

Where can I see client experiences or share my experience?

For more information, check out our client ratings on Zorgkaart Nederland. You can also share your experience on Zorgkaart Nederland.

What quality is offered at Bergman Clinics?

We provide medical care of the highest quality. Four values are central to this:
  • Result of treatment
  • Safety
  • Client focus
  • Experience team
Read more about the quality at Bergman Clinics. In addition, we are ZKN certified.

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