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How to deal with hormonal acne
Hi.. Please suggest how to deal with hormonal acne.. Which foods I should avoid for hormonal acne....
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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 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. Shivanu Mathon
Dermatologist
10 yrs exp
Ludhiana
Firstly investigate with hormonal assay to confirm the variations and then consult online as avoiding certain food won’t help .
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello, you need to take medication to regulate hormonal acne. You can have healthy, balanced diet with exercise. Please consult online.
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Dr. Sindhu Rakshith
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Acne is often hormonal and may at times be considered normal.To assess if there is a hormonal abnormality underlying the acne episodes,detailed history and examination is needed.Diet has an indirect effect on acne through metabolic changes.
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Please take a consultation to discuss history in detail and assess the problem in order to help you.
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Dr. Manas Chopra
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12 yrs exp
Delhi
Food will not help. You will need prescription medication. Consult online for same
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