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What Could Cause Spots Around The Chin,neck & Forehead?

Hi I m nearly 35 and I recently seem to be getting a lot of spots, this has been going on since Christmas, they were around my chin area, but now i heve some on my neck and forehead. My beautician suggested that I stop my normal cleansing routine and use a face wash called cetaphil, I have being using this for approximate 3 months with a little improvement but not much, I have also given up smoking and I m now 13 weeks free of cigs, could this be the reason? I have had a peel in my beauticians lately but didn t stop the spots, help!!! Can u suggest any cure!
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Hi,

As per your query you have symptoms of spots around the chin, neck & forehead which is very common due to blockage of sebaceous glands leading to folliculitis. It could be due to the fact as dirt and moisture get trapped by your clothing.

Need not to worry. I would suggest you keep this area clean and dry. You should apply warm compresses with a soaked towel and apply vitamin C serum at night. Apply ice pack on rashes 2-3 times a day. You should avoid touching or pricking rashes. If the condition doesn't get better then consult a dermatologist for proper examination. The doctor will examine physically along with blood test and sample for a lab test. The doctor may also prescribe benzoyl peroxide ointment.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari, Dentist
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What Could Cause Spots Around The Chin,neck & Forehead?

Hi, As per your query you have symptoms of spots around the chin, neck & forehead which is very common due to blockage of sebaceous glands leading to folliculitis. It could be due to the fact as dirt and moisture get trapped by your clothing. Need not to worry. I would suggest you keep this area clean and dry. You should apply warm compresses with a soaked towel and apply vitamin C serum at night. Apply ice pack on rashes 2-3 times a day. You should avoid touching or pricking rashes. If the condition doesn t get better then consult a dermatologist for proper examination. The doctor will examine physically along with blood test and sample for a lab test. The doctor may also prescribe benzoyl peroxide ointment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harry Maheshwari, Dentist