How Should Recurrent Swollen Red Pimples On The Face Be Treated?

Posted on Mon, 9 Jul 2018

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Question : Hi , I am observing few red color big size, swelled kind of pimples on my face on recurring basis, though they disappear gradually but they are frequent as well. Attaching a pic fo

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Inflammatory acne

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

You seem to have inflammatory acne. I suggest you to take an oral antibiotic e.g doxycycline 100mg capsules, twice daily for a few weeks under dermatologists guidance. In addition I suggest you to apply a topical antibiotic e.g. benzoyl peroxide 2.5 %gel, twice daily.

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