Last update April 3, 2025
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A skin disorder in which there is obstruction and inflammation of the hair-sebaceous follicles due to excess oil production and bacterial over-infection. Acne may be caused by an excess of androgens and may be part of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
Acne can be associated with pregnancy and postpartum and is more common in primiparas. (Hoefel 2020, Yang 2016, Gjerdingen 1993)
Acne has been reported to improve rather than worsen during pregnancy and postpartum and has no association with breastfeeding. (van Pelt 1999)
Acne does not contraindicate breastfeeding per se and breastfeeding does not make acne worse. (van Pelt 1999)
Most medications, especially topical acne medications, are compatible with breastfeeding. (Yaghi 2024, Ly 2023, Koh 2019, Murase 2015, Butler 2014, Kong 2013, Fluhr 2010)
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