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Acne vulgaris
I have attached a picture of my back. I have pcos since I was 18. I have tried chemical peel for 4 6 times.. but no improvement is seen. Can I start isotretinoin tablets and buy some chemical peel online and use it. It's being very depressing and visiting doctor for chemical peel takes 6to 8k per sitting. I can't afford. Please suggest something. Thankyou.
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Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatment depends on the grade of pimples or acne..So, please send more photos by direct online consultation as it's a must to see which grade of pimples or acne for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Manas Chopra
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello dear. Truncal acne can be treated effectively. Kindly consult online for proper treatment.
Don't self treat yourself with OTC fruit peels. They will not help. Before isotretinoin is started, some tests need to be done.
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Dr. Manjumeena
Dermatologist
7 yrs exp
Chennai
Chemical peels generally not advisable for this condition. For the active pimples you have to take treatment for quite a long time with regular follow ups. Once the active pimples reduce we can start you on skin lightening treatment for the pigmentation that’s left behind. Avoid taking tablets without proper consultation with a dermatologist. However in PCOS the pimples will be severe and hence you have to treat the underlying problem too
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Avoid taking self medication / Self peels as this may worsen the condition.
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