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Change in acne pattern
I'm in college, and I usually live in (and around) Vellore, Tamil Nadu. Due to the pandemic i had to come home (Durgapur, West Bengal).
My acne used to be just a few individual pimples here and there. But now the acne covers a larger area, and isn't individual pimples. It's painful to touch and has only increased since March.
I have tried Benzoyl Peroxide ointment (prescribed much earlier for back acne), but to no avail. I have a healthy diet, don't drink, and smoke very rarely. I also make sure to get plenty of excercise each day. I have no other physical diagnosed syndromes (but mental health took a dip this year), had to be on Nexito(5mg) for a few months.
A picture of the condition is attached.
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Sometimes topical creams may not be apt to control acne
Stress is a proven aggravating factor. Kindly consult online for customised skin care products and detailed treatment options
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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 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. Sindhu Rakshith
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Acne can flare up due to various reasons.Certain hormonal/metabolic changes can induce these and unless they are investigated for and managed,acne flareups may keep happening.Creams may not be sufficient always.Please consult with a dermatologist for detailed discussion and prescription.
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Dr. Manas Chopra
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12 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello dear. You can consult me online for a full assessment and prescription.
Continue with healthy diet. Avoid sugary and oily foods.
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