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Acne prone skin
Face is full of acne and marks, the pimples are itching and face hurts Tried many doctors no good results. Cannot take many medicines Generates heat in body.
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You have what is known as PIH or post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
1. Sunscreen forms the absolute cornerstone of management. You need to be on this for the duration of any treatment .
2. Apply a kojic acid cream for at least 8 weeks.
3. Chemical peels such as glycolic acid can help. You will need 4-7 treatments over the next few months.
4. Vitamin A such as tretinoin can help.
The best treatment is a combination of the above.
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Refer "What Makes Your Skin Prone to Acne? Top 5 Causes of Acne" by Dr. Jolly Shah Kapadia - https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/what-makes-your-skin-prone-to-acne-top-5-causes-of-acne-14523/post
"Teen Acne: What Helps, What Hurts!" by Dr. Jolly Shah Kapadia - https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/teen-acne-what-helps-what-hurts-14525/post
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