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Acne, pimples
I am frustrated with pimples . I have checked with various doctors but for some times it was fine but then again it grow. Right now I don't have any active acne but red scars are there which looked very bad . How to remove scars.
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Acne can cause red or brown discoloration and uneven skin contour. Usually multiple types of treatments are needed for maximum improvement. Patience is key since the full effect is often not seen for several months. Skin discoloration and texture can be improved with topical treatments like kojic acid and Retin-A, but for deeper scars and more significant discoloration, other techniques like laser resurfacing are needed. Small, deep acne scars can be treated with subcision, followed by other resurfacing techniques like laser, chemical peel or dermabrasion to further smooth the skin and minimize scarring. Other techniques to improve large or numerous scars involve resurfacing the skin by intentionally traumatizing it in order to stimulate collagen production. This thickens the skin and shrinks the surface area of the scar, and colour may be improved as well.
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A thorough history, and clinical examination will be required to solve the issue. Visit clinic personally for evaluation and customised treatment regimen.
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Skin care needs to be customized based on the presenting complaints. There are different ways to achieve a flawless skin after acne and it needs medical interventions and commitment on part of the patient. Acne treatment has multiple stages - to control new breakouts, to clear the sequelae (pigmentation and scars) and to prevent a relapse. An attempt to find out the root cause of acne should be made in every patient or else it keeps recurring. Each phase takes a couple of weeks before we move to the next phase of treatment. If you have active acne lesions, it should be controlled on priority basis. Acne scar and pores can be treated with subcisions, dermaroller, fractional CO2 lasers, chemical peels and likewise. Remember combining treatment modalities help to achieve desired results earlier. Your dermatologist will decide a treatment plan for you after a consultation. Apart from active pharmaceutical medicines, a healthy diet and lifestyle is mandatory to achieve results.
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