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Acne (pimple) treatment
I have a lot of acne, I don't know how to treat it, I have tried external market products, tried eating clean, but nothing seems to work. Should I start taking medicines also? I'm not able to identify it's cause that's why I'm not able to treat it. How can I identify it?
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When nothing seems to work, it the high time to take professional help, since these acne can leave ugly scars
Journey with acne could take time, but its worth it. Use skin products only after consultation with a certified skin specialist
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consult a dermatologist
Health Tips
stay hydrated
avoid popping your pimples
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Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatment depends on the grade of pimples or acne..So, please send photos by direct online consultation as it's a must to see which grade of pimples or acne for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Manas Chopra
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello dear. Acne needs proper assessment and treatment with regular follow ups. In your case, probably it's due to hormonal fluctuations.
Kindly consult online for proper evaluation and precise treatment
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Online consultation
Health Tips
Don't squeeze your pimples. You're already eating clean. Keep it so.
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Dr. Richa Chopra
Dermatologist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
Acme can be due to hormonal, dietary or environmental causes. Need a clear picture to identify the severity of condition. Early treatment is required as acne may leave scars over a long time. Consult online with pictures for treatment
Avoid oily and sweet food
Avoid scratching your face
Do not use random medication or home remedies
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Dr. Sanchit Talwar
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Chandigarh
Hi.Acne can be due to External(Environment,Oily skin,Bad diet,Bad products) or Internal factors(Hormonal Imbalance).That cause needs to be found and and then treated.I Will need to look at your pictures to see what grade of Acne you have and accordingly suggest u a suitable treatment or remedy.
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You can book an online consult and then we can duscuss and try to solve your problem.
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