Acne Scars: Prayer Alone Won't Fade Them; Medical Treatments Do
Acne scars result from **collagen destruction (atrophic)** or **excess deposition (hypertrophic/keloid)** during inflammatory healing. Spiritual practice offers emotional support but **no histologic effect** on scar tissue.
Evidence-Based Modalities
- Atrophic: Fractional CO₂/Er:YAG laser, microneedling RF, TCA CROSS, subcision, fillers.
- Hypertrophic/Keloid: Intralesional steroids, 5-FU, silicone gel/sheets, pulsed dye laser, radiation adjuvant.
- Topical: Retinoids, azelaic acid, niacinamide (mild textural improvement).
Consult a board-certified dermatologist for tailored multimodal plan.
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