Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Is The Treatment For Acne?
I have harsh red marks on my cheeks due to acne. Acne comes and leaves my face with bright red marks. My skin is quite fair and this looks horrible. My cheeks are pink and red most of the time due to this. I dont have rosacea. I have had laser hair removal done on my face. My cheeks have big pores now and they look very unattractive. My doc told me its not because of laser but i feel as if my skin has worsened with laser. I dont want further laser treatments done. What should i do? I live in Pakistan.
Sat, 19 Apr 2014
Hello and welcome to healthcaremagic.
I would advice that you see a dermatologist. Your dermatologist might also choose to prescribe an oral antibiotic for inflammatory acne e.g either doxycycline or Azithromycin for 4-12 weeks.
Once daily azaleic acid gel or adapalene gel can be used at night, at the start of therapy along with topical clindamycin gel or benzoyl peroxide gel, over active acne during the day. Azaleic acid works for both acne and pigmentation.
You may begin with a gentle cleanser for face wash e.g cetaphil cleansing lotion.
For post acne hyperpigmentation skin lightening ingredients like kojic acid, glycolic acid, hydroquinone etc can be prescribed by your treating dermatologist once your acne is under control.
regards
I would advice that you see a dermatologist. Your dermatologist might also choose to prescribe an oral antibiotic for inflammatory acne e.g either doxycycline or Azithromycin for 4-12 weeks.
Once daily azaleic acid gel or adapalene gel can be used at night, at the start of therapy along with topical clindamycin gel or benzoyl peroxide gel, over active acne during the day. Azaleic acid works for both acne and pigmentation.
You may begin with a gentle cleanser for face wash e.g cetaphil cleansing lotion.
For post acne hyperpigmentation skin lightening ingredients like kojic acid, glycolic acid, hydroquinone etc can be prescribed by your treating dermatologist once your acne is under control.
regards
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Laser treatment
Loading Online Doctors....