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Acne whiteheads on skin
My skin looks oily but when I see my skin cloesly it seems very dry with layer of oil on top. I also breakout frequently . I got acne in t zone and also have whiteheads on both side of my chick area. I am currently using Garnier acno fight soap with aloe vera gel with benzole peroxide in night and also using acnestar soap in morning
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This is called seborrhoea. This can he treated effectively. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment.
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Treatment depends on the grade...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 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. Sonal Chavan
Dermatologist
19 yrs exp
Pune
Acne can be due to hormonal changes, stress, thyroid,lack of sleep,eating oily, dairy products and chocolates, excessive oil secretion by sebaceous glands.if they are frequent yiu need oral as well as topical medications for better results.senf me picture of the affected area and consult me online for further treatment
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Dr. Aparna Sahu
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11 yrs exp
Pune
Plz use benzoyl peroxide only for a short time like one hr or so..also the soaps u use along with the cream will cause more dryness.
If u have frequent breakouts plz connect to any dermatologists here.
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