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Why Am I Getting Acne On My Face For The Past Year?
Question: I am getting acne on my face from past year. I wanted to consult with regards to this. Please help, Thank you.
Brief Answer:
Regarding treatment of acne
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
For acne I would suggest you to use benzoyl peroxide 2.5 - 4% gel (microbenz 3.5% gel) during day time and adapalene 0.1%+ clindamycin 1% combination gel (Deriva CMS gel) for night application on the acne. If you have inflammatory acne (papules, pustules, nodules etc) i would also suggest addition an oral antibiotic e.g either doxycycline or minocycline for a few weeks. I request you to kindly upload a few images In "Reports Section" so that I am able to have a look and guide you better. Also let me know, are you currently using any remedy for acne?
Regards
Regarding treatment of acne
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
For acne I would suggest you to use benzoyl peroxide 2.5 - 4% gel (microbenz 3.5% gel) during day time and adapalene 0.1%+ clindamycin 1% combination gel (Deriva CMS gel) for night application on the acne. If you have inflammatory acne (papules, pustules, nodules etc) i would also suggest addition an oral antibiotic e.g either doxycycline or minocycline for a few weeks. I request you to kindly upload a few images In "Reports Section" so that I am able to have a look and guide you better. Also let me know, are you currently using any remedy for acne?
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Hello,
Thank you for suggesting me the medication. I am using "Kiehl's Breakout Control Targeted Acne Spot Treatment" for dark spots and Kashmiri Saffron & Neem infused Delicate Cleanser by Forest Essentials (face wash). I did not have any results after using these products thus i bought Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Face Wash recently that contains salicylic acid to dry out acne. It seems that i have inflammatory acne right now. I am also taking care of my diet and also drinking adequate water. However, the inflammation still persists.
Regards
Thank you for suggesting me the medication. I am using "Kiehl's Breakout Control Targeted Acne Spot Treatment" for dark spots and Kashmiri Saffron & Neem infused Delicate Cleanser by Forest Essentials (face wash). I did not have any results after using these products thus i bought Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Face Wash recently that contains salicylic acid to dry out acne. It seems that i have inflammatory acne right now. I am also taking care of my diet and also drinking adequate water. However, the inflammation still persists.
Regards
Brief Answer:
Regarding acne
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
For inflammatory acne, I suggest you to take Capsule doxycycline 100mg (Cap Microdox LBX 100mg), twice daily, after meals. I usually continue doxycycline for 4-6 weeks in my patients of inflammatory acne and sometimes even further depending on the response. So, you need to follow up at intervals. In addition to the doxycycline, I suggest you to use the topicals mentioned above. Use a gentle cleanser for face wash twice daily e.g Cetaphil gentle cleansing lotion instead of salicylic acid based cleanser.
Regards
Regarding acne
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
For inflammatory acne, I suggest you to take Capsule doxycycline 100mg (Cap Microdox LBX 100mg), twice daily, after meals. I usually continue doxycycline for 4-6 weeks in my patients of inflammatory acne and sometimes even further depending on the response. So, you need to follow up at intervals. In addition to the doxycycline, I suggest you to use the topicals mentioned above. Use a gentle cleanser for face wash twice daily e.g Cetaphil gentle cleansing lotion instead of salicylic acid based cleanser.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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