压力和痤疮发作之间有没有关系

Our mental health feeds into our physical health. One example of this mind-body connection is the way in which stress takes a toll on the body. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), stress can impact our reproductive health, heart health, respiratory health, and nervous system, among many other areas of our bodies. In the long run, ongoing stress can increase one's risk of various health issues, some of which include migraines, hypertension, gut dysfunction, and immune disorders. Of the many areas of the body stress can affect, is our skin also one of these areas?

我们的心理健康影响着我们的身体健康。这种身心联系的一个例子是压力对身体造成的伤害。根据美国心理协会(APA)的说法，压力会影响我们的生殖健康、心脏健康、呼吸健康和神经系统，以及身体的许多其他方面。从长远来看，持续的压力会增加人们患各种健康问题的风险，其中包括偏头痛、高血压、肠道功能障碍和免疫紊乱。在身体压力可以影响的许多方面中，我们的皮肤也是其中之一吗?

Acne develops when a buildup of natural oils and dead skin cells clogs our hair follicles (via Mayo Clinic). This is what leads to pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, red bumps, or solid painful lumps below the skin's surface. Often found on the chest or upper back, acne can also appear on the face, especially on the cheeks or forehead. In addition to natural oils, acne can also be caused by bacteria and inflammation. Can bouts of stress also kick acne into overdrive?

当天然油脂和死皮细胞堆积堵塞毛囊时，就会产生痤疮。这就是导致皮肤表面下出现丘疹、白头、黑头、红疙瘩或实性疼痛肿块的原因。痤疮通常出现在胸部或上背部，也可能出现在面部，尤其是脸颊或前额。除了天然油脂，痤疮也可能由细菌和炎症引起。一阵阵的压力也会让粉刺变得过度吗?

Stress and acne flare-ups

压力和痤疮发作

While stress does not cause acne, it can lead people who are already prone to it to experience a flare-up (via WebMD). Clinical professor of dermatology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Lisa A. Garner states, "When you already have acne and you get into a stressful situation, that seems to be when your acne really flares up."

虽然压力不会导致痤疮，但它会导致那些容易有痤疮的人再次痤疮发作。德克萨斯大学西南医学中心皮肤科临床教授Lisa A. Garner说：“当你已经有痤疮，又进入一个紧张的状态下，这也许是痤疮爆发的时候。”

Research published in Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology found through a study of 144 female students at King Abdulaziz University that acne severity was strongly linked to stress levels.

发表在《临床、美容和调查皮肤病学》上的研究发现，通过对阿卜杜勒阿齐兹国王大学144名女生的研究，痤疮的严重程度与压力水平密切相关。

Experts at WebMD also explain that acne may be further worsened if people pick their skin in response to stress. However, due to the fact that stress is not the direct cause of acne, experts caution that stress management is not a cure for the skin condition. Instead, consult with a dermatologist who will be able to explore treatment options with you such as prescription antibiotics, retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, or hormonal treatments.

WebMD的专家还解释说，如果习惯在压力下抠皮肤，痤疮可能会进一步恶化。然而，由于压力不是痤疮的直接原因，专家警告说，压力管理并不是治疗皮肤状况的良方。相反，咨询皮肤科医生，他们可以为你探索治疗方案，如处方抗生素、类维生素a、过氧化苯甲酰或激素治疗。