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In addition, certain things may trigger or worsen acne:
- Diet. Studies indicate that consuming certain foods including carbohydrate-rich foods, such as bread, bagels, and chips, may worsen acne. Further study is needed to examine whether people with acne would benefit from following specific dietary restrictions.
- Hormonal changes. Androgens are hormones that increase in boys and girls during puberty and cause the sebaceous glands to enlarge and make more sebum. Hormone changes during midlife, particularly in women, can lead to breakouts too.
- Certain medications. Examples include drugs containing corticosteroids, testosterone, or lithium
- Stress. Stress doesn’t cause acne, but if you have acne already, stress may make it worse.
