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Suggest Treatment For Acne With White Head
Question: I have very bad acne with white head. First, it turns outs white head and hurt, itchy. Then, it changes to red and stay in my face for a while. Please give tell me what should I do to get rid of these acne.
Brief Answer:
Try benzoyl peroxide or sulfur containing lotions
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this acne and all the inconveniences that this has cause you. I have reviewed the information provided and the various methods tried to resolve this. Unfortunately, non of the drugs you have used is indicated for this.
My suggestions is that you start with benzoyl peroxide or sulfur containing lotions as they can be obtained over the counter. If this fails to yield satisfactory results, you would nee to see your dermatologist for more potent drugs for acne like clindamycine and other vitamin A containing lotions that can only be gotten through prescription.
I will like you to keep me updated and whether this sounds like something you would want to try out.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thank you so much for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Could you alo send a picture of your face to me?
Try benzoyl peroxide or sulfur containing lotions
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this acne and all the inconveniences that this has cause you. I have reviewed the information provided and the various methods tried to resolve this. Unfortunately, non of the drugs you have used is indicated for this.
My suggestions is that you start with benzoyl peroxide or sulfur containing lotions as they can be obtained over the counter. If this fails to yield satisfactory results, you would nee to see your dermatologist for more potent drugs for acne like clindamycine and other vitamin A containing lotions that can only be gotten through prescription.
I will like you to keep me updated and whether this sounds like something you would want to try out.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thank you so much for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Could you alo send a picture of your face to me?
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