| By
the time an individual
reaches middle age,
they hope their acne
vulgaris is controlled.
As I approached 22 years
old, I recognized I
was the only one among
my peers with severe
adult cystic acne. I
was embarrassed. After
numerous topical creams,
facials, prescriptions
and a surplus of funds
for treatments, I began
to give up hope and
gain general insecurity.
Makeup and a good sense
of humor became my defense
mechanism.
As a final course
of action, Dr. Knight
recommended an ALA
and V-beam therapy.
I felt better just
knowing Dr. Knight
and his fantastic
staff remained optimistic.
While I sat with Connie
Crews and discussed
the procedure, I felt
a sudden increase
in trust and expectation.
Was this going to
be the answer to all
my years of acne frustration?
The procedure itself
is not a certainty
and can be costly.
I had to attempt the
laser option, however,
so I could say I had
completed every alternative
toward clearer skin.
Although the word
laser can be daunting,
it is not as invasive
as I first thought.
The laser itself feels
like a cool blast
of air quickly followed
by a rubber band-like
snap. It is an extremely
swift procedure done
with tremendous care.
The down time is approximately
5-7 days. The time
was not convenient,
but vital and necessary.
The money I had spent
over the years equaled
what I was going to
spend for a possible
cure. My recommendation
is based on the fact
that my emotional
and social stress
caused by my acne
lasted much longer
than one week.
With this kind of
current and comprehensive
treatment, there is
no reason to feel
ashamed and discouraged.
The Levulan and V-beam
skin care regimen
has not only dramatically
altered the appearance
of my now 28-year
old skin, but has
also revitalized my
sense of self-esteem.
Acne no longer has
to occupy your life;
something can be done
through specialists
such as Dr. Knight
and his dermatology
team.
April Vanderwyde |
