Acne is often the result of impaired functioning of the sebaceous glands. In most cases, they are localized on the face and back. Less common are acne on the buttocks. In women and men, the causes of the rash are different. In representatives of the weaker sex, most often it is associated with hormonal disorders and insufficient or incorrect compliance with hygiene rules. As a result, the work of the sebaceous glands deteriorates, the released secretion becomes a favorable environment for the propagation of pathogenic microorganisms. In women, acne on the buttocks (photo of the rash is presented below) can also be a clinical manifestation of a serious ailment. If they appear regularly and do not disappear against the background of responsible compliance with hygiene rules, you must consult a doctor.
Types of rashes and their distinguishing features
Acne on the buttocks in women can have a different shape, color and size. They are able to deliver a number of uncomfortable sensations or to form painlessly. Most often diagnosed are single closed acne. They are motionless and are located deep enough in the subcutaneous fat. It is these formations that do not cause discomfort.
Multiple rashes are less common. As a rule, they arise with gross neglect of hygiene rules or the use of cosmetics, the composition of which is represented by aggressive components.
Acne of the open type looks like ulcers of white color. They are filled with serous contents. Such formations are opened independently. If this process is accelerated, the likelihood of joining a secondary infection increases. In addition, squeezing rashes on the buttocks can lead to scars remaining on the skin.
Doctors divide acne into the following types:
- Cyst. This is a single formation of small size. Outwardly, it looks like a local swelling of the skin. The cyst cavity is filled with serous contents. The formation itself affects the deep layers of the epidermis.
- Papule. This is a pimple located above the surface of the skin of the buttocks. Outwardly, it resembles a knot. The papule is not filled with purulent contents.
- Furuncle. This is an extremely painful formation of large size. Acne is filled with purulent contents. A boil appears when infected with pathogenic microorganisms. In this case, Staphylococcus aureus is most often the causative agent.
- Pustule. This is an element that is always filled with purulent contents. It can both form under the skin and rise above the surface of the buttocks.
- Node. This is a pimple, the formation of which is accompanied by signs of an inflammatory process. Education is red. In a single form, almost never occurs.
Separately, it is worth highlighting colds on the buttocks. In women, they look like swelling filled with pus. They are accompanied by severe pain. Discomfort occurs not only in a sitting position, but also when walking.
Causes
There are many provocative factors under the influence of which women have acne on the buttocks. Some of them do not pose a threat to health, while others are serious. Information on why women have acne on the buttocks should be provided by a doctor. The specialist must carry out diagnostic measures and identify the trigger factor.
The main causes of acne on the buttocks in women:
- Improper or inadequate hygiene. This also applies to the use of bedding and underwear of inadequate quality. Acne between the buttocks in women appears in the absence of clarification of the perineum after the act of defecation. In addition, their occurrence can provoke the wearing of thongs, especially those chosen not in accordance with the parameters of the body. A favorable environment for the propagation of pathogens is moisture. If it is not good enough to wipe the skin after water procedures, rashes will appear on it. Also, the cause of acne on the buttocks in women is a rare replacement of bedding. Clean accessories must be laid every 3-4 days.
- Allergic reaction. In women, acne on the hips and buttocks can be a response of the body to the effects of the stimulus. Most often, the role of the latter are sanitary pads, toilet paper, washing powder. Less often, the cause of acne on the buttocks in women is intramuscular injection of hormonal drugs, antibiotics, NSAIDs, and B vitamins. If the rashes do not disappear after the injections within a week, you should consult a doctor. In some cases, the buttocks are allergic to food. The use of dairy products, spicy, fatty and smoked dishes can provoke the appearance of acne in this area.
- A lifestyle that does not imply motor activity. As a result, blood circulation in the pelvic organs is significantly impaired. Against the background of a frequent stay in a sitting position, the skin sweats, red acne appears on the buttocks in women. If the cause of the rash is an inactive lifestyle, the following concomitant symptoms occur: increased fatigue, pain and heaviness in the lower extremities, varicose veins, discomfort in the pelvis.
- Hormonal imbalance. In women, the violation can be caused by pregnancy, taking oral contraceptives, menopause, diabetes, obesity, hypo- or hyperthyroidism. Often, acne on the buttocks appears in girls in their teens. This phenomenon is associated with a change in the hormonal background. During this period, you must be as responsible as possible to comply with hygiene rules.
- Furunculosis. This term refers to an infectious skin pathology that has a focal nature. The course of the disease is accompanied by the formation of large purulent acne. The causative agent of the disease is staphylococcus. An autopsy of the boil should be done only by a doctor. At home, it is impossible to qualitatively clean the acne cavity.
- Molluscum contagiosum. This is a viral disease that is difficult to treat. In women, acne on the buttocks in this case can be removed surgically. It is important to know that the disease is transmitted to a healthy person after contact with the affected skin of a sick person.
Regardless of the reasons, it is not recommended to tighten the treatment of acne on the buttocks in women (photo of the inflamed area of the skin above). This is due to the fact that in some cases, rashes are a symptom of a serious ailment. If you identify it at an early stage of development, you can significantly reduce the recovery period.
Who to contact
Information on how to remove acne in women’s buttocks is provided by a dermatologist. The specialist conducts diagnostic measures, based on the results of which is the most effective treatment regimen.
It is necessary to consult a doctor immediately if, at the same time as the appearance of acne, the general condition worsens significantly. In addition, specialist advice is needed if the rashes are so painful that it is extremely difficult for a woman to sit or lie on her back.
In other cases, it is recommended to change underwear and bedding, as well as to properly observe hygiene rules. If acne does not disappear on its own after 7 days, you should also consult a dermatologist.
Diagnostics
During the initial appointment, the doctor examines and collects medical history data. Already at the stage of the survey, a specialist can make a preliminary diagnosis and identify the cause of acne. During the examination, the doctor assesses the size, shape and shade of the rashes, their location and degree of pain.
Based on the data obtained, a dermatologist draws up a therapy regimen. It includes medication and diet. If necessary, the doctor sends for consultation to other narrow specialists, for example, an endocrinologist.
Drug treatment
In most cases, acne on the buttocks in women is non-infectious in nature. In this regard, treatment is carried out, as a rule, at home, hospitalization in a hospital is not necessary.
In the presence of rashes, the doctor prescribes topical preparations. Disinfectants, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial creams and ointments should be applied twice a day after hygiene procedures. Treat the affected areas exclusively with a cotton swab.
Most often, dermatologists prescribe the following drugs:
- Zinerite.
- "Acyclovir."
- Zovirax.
- Vishnevsky ointment.
- Tsindol.
- Ichthyol ointment.
- "Skinoren."
- Salicylic ointment.
- Akriderm GK.
After application, it is recommended to lie on your stomach for several minutes without underwear. This is necessary so that the product is absorbed as much as possible by the pores of the skin.
If acne on the buttocks is a manifestation of an allergy, antihistamines are indicated, for example, Diazolin, Claritin, Suprastin.
With molluscum contagiosum and furunculosis, surgical removal of formations is performed, followed by sanation of the foci of pathology.
Power Features
With the appearance of acne on the buttocks, it is necessary to make adjustments to the diet. Diet is an important part of therapy; non-compliance with it significantly reduces the effectiveness of medications.
The principles of a therapeutic diet:
- Fatty, fried, spicy and smoked dishes should be excluded from the diet. Fast food, alcohol-containing and carbonated drinks are also banned.
- To minimize the use of white bread and confectionery.
- The menu must necessarily contain foods rich in omega acids. It is recommended to give preference to fish and seafood.
- It is advisable to add flax seeds to dishes. They can be purchased at the pharmacy.
- To compensate for the lack of vital vitamins and minerals, you need to eat berries, vegetables and fruits daily. It is recommended to give preference to carrots, cucumbers, spinach, apricots, currants.
- The menu must contain nuts, they are a source of zinc.
- The diet should include low-fat varieties of poultry and meat.
- To maintain the balance of intestinal microflora, it is necessary to consume fermented milk products daily.
- To make up for the lack of B vitamins, you need to eat cereals made from oat, buckwheat or barley groats.
- Cooked, stewed or baked food is recommended. Meals can also be steamed.
- You need to eat 4-5 times a day, while the size of one serving should not exceed 200 g.
It is important to consume a sufficient amount of water - at least 1.5 liters per day.
Folk remedies
If women have acne under the buttocks or on them, you can resort to using unconventional methods. But it is important to remember that any folk remedy is a potential allergen. It is necessary to verify the absence of individual intolerance before using it.
The most effective methods:
- Treat buttocks with tar soap and leave to dry completely. On average, this process takes 15 minutes. Wash off with warm water. Tar soap is an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agent. In addition, it has a drying effect. Its only drawback is a sharp specific smell.
- With both large and small acne on the buttocks in women, sea salt is able to cope. It is necessary to dissolve 40 g of the product in 4 l of hot boiled water. Allow fluid to cool slightly. Sit in a container and take a bath for 15 minutes. The final step is to treat the skin of the buttocks with ointment or cream.
- Dilute clay with hot water to a mushy consistency. Apply the resulting composition to the buttocks. Leave on for 25 minutes. Wash off clay with warm water without using cosmetics. Apply ointment or cream to the skin.
It is important to remember that with the help of folk methods it is possible to get rid of the rash, but not from the cause that caused it. Only the attending physician can provide information on why women have acne on the buttocks. In this regard, it is recommended to consult a dermatologist first.
Recommendations of specialists
Currently, the pharmaceutical market sells a lot of drugs whose active components are able to get rid of acne on the buttocks. However, the effect of using medications alone will be short-lived if some rules are not followed.
Doctor's recommendations:
- It is advisable to refuse to wear things made of synthetic materials. In addition, it is important to remember that too narrow skirts and trousers can provoke the appearance of acne.
- Inactive lifestyle is the main enemy of health. With passive pastime, the risk of not only rashes, but also dangerous diseases, significantly increases. If a woman has sedentary work, you need to regularly (preferably every 2 hours) take small breaks for physical activity. It is recommended that you practice any sport and regularly take walks in the fresh air.
- In winter, you need to abandon the wearing of thongs, especially made of synthetic materials. This can cause hypothermia. In addition, in frosty weather it is not recommended to sit on benches and other cold surfaces.
- Bed linen should be changed twice a week. Underwear - daily.
- Care must be taken to comply with hygiene rules. The crotch should be cleaned with warm water after each bowel movement. After water procedures, the skin should be dried with a towel. In addition, it is recommended to wash twice a day. In this case, it is advisable to use cleaning products that are sold in a pharmacy. They have fewer dyes and all kinds of fragrances, which reduces the risk of acne on the buttocks. You should be aware that excessive hygiene is as harmful as its absence. There is no need to carry out water procedures after each visit to the toilet. It is enough to clean the perineum with napkins.
Only an integrated approach will help women to get rid of acne on the buttocks in a short time.
If there are traces
Despite the ban, most women are trying to squeeze pus from the formation. Most often, in such cases, noticeable scars remain on the skin. To get rid of them, it is necessary to process the buttocks with ice cubes. It is recommended to freeze the juice of parsley or lemon.
Fresh scars can be eliminated with the help of cucumbers. Slices and crushed flesh can be applied to the skin of the buttocks.
In the absence of a positive effect, you must consult a cosmetologist. The most commonly prescribed scar removal method is laser resurfacing.
Finally
Acne on the skin is not uncommon, in some cases they form on the buttocks. If such a situation arises, it is necessary to pay special attention to observing hygiene rules, you also need to review the diet and make adjustments to the lifestyle. In addition, it is allowed to use alternative methods of treatment. If acne on the buttocks does not disappear within a few days, you need to consult a dermatologist.