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Hi Concern, I am having acne over my arms since 2012 and look very bad . Please help me over the same.

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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 d ...  Read More

I got some pilmples/acne around my both arms. Some leaving black spots or some are not dead. How to deal with this. It started few days ago.

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Hi, it's better to go to a dermatologist and try not to break the pimples by hand or any other means. ...  Read More

Acne on arms , since a long time . Looks like skin pores . Not really acne . There are a lot a scares . It's too rough.

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You are suffering from what Dermatologist call tropical acne. In this condition, pimples erupt on the back and shoulder area which then subside after few days with pigmentation. The treatment is not v ...  Read More

I am having acne on my arms from last two months.......some times i wil have itching sensation......i have tried with aloe vera gel also but no use....

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There are many reasons for hair fall. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes are nutritional deficiency, hormonal ...  Read More

I have acne on back and arms since last 3 years. The problem is it increases day to day. Please suggest any medicines

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You are suffering from what Dermatologist call tropical acne. It comes on the back and shoulder area as red boils which then subside after few days with pigmentation. The treatment is not very complic ...  Read More

Dear Dr, I have been having small boils/pimples on my arms and on back of the arms. And I also have been experiencing hair fall since it those started to appear. I have attached a photo of it. I follow a similar diet daily. I eat sprouts, paneer, chicken and 7 eggs white and 3 egg yolks daily. I workout regularly. What is the cause of those acne

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High protein diet beyond the amount that can be utilised may cause acne. Whey protein and high protein diet can increase androgenic alopecia or male patterned baldness. Please consult a dermatologist ...  Read More

I am suffering from acne on back, arms and shoulder and on face also. I am facing this problem since last 15 days.

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You are suffering from what Dermatologist call tropical acne. In this condition, pimples erupt on the back and shoulder area which then subside after few days with pigmentation. The treatment is not v ...  Read More

I have been suffering from the acne on my face arms and back for six years . So much Redness is present on my face .

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Skin care needs to be customized based on the presenting complaints. There are different ways to achieve a flawless skin after acne and it needs medical interventions and commitment on part of the pat ...  Read More

Hi, I have got so many acnes and pimples on both my arms and it is getting patchy now. Since a week.

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Don't worry...you are suffering from photodermatitis causing this patches... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detail ...  Read More

I have undergone a laser hair removal on my arms and after 1 week acne kind of red bumps started. As of now my half of the arms is with these small red bumps. The Doctor suggested that this is fine but to me it doesn't seem He suggested clin 3 gel application and a lorinol tab 10 mg. Please someone tell me this is okay?

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Acneform reactions are relatively common after laser hair removal. You can use antibiotic cream post laser session for 3days twice a day to avoid this in the future. Meanwhile continue the treatment a ...  Read More

Hi, I am 9 months pregnant. One month back, due to severe acne, I met a dermatologist. They prescribed Azithromycin, Tivenca gel, and Bellisa soap. I did not take Azithromycin. I used Tivenca gel for 1 month 10 days. Will this cause any defects to the baby? People are saying this gel contains retinol, but the doctor suggested it. Will this cause an

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No tivenca gel doesnt contain retinol and it doesnt affect baby ...  Read More

Hello doc, I am in 25weeks of pregnancy, from last 2week I am having acne and rashes like white heads with pus, mainly in chin area and forehead, I always have oily skin but not this much of acne or rashes or white head, if anyone can help me to understand whats going on or a skin care and is this normal? Please let me know. Thanks

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It is hormonal Don’t worry We have treatment for this ...  Read More

I am facing a problem of acne on arms and butt.. now it's painful.. what to do to get rid of it .please suggest some good medicines

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am using ayurvefic skincare forest essential brand what type of acne is this but its hardly have any tip or pus its just red bump but painful suggest something because as per my knowledge i cant take any medicine or treatment during oregnancy what foods should i take or what steps to avoid cause of this type of acne i want to know

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am using bioderma products.attached photo of the product. Please guide. Having acne prone skin so it safe to use salicylic acid , malic acid for skin care?

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Connect ...  Read More

Having severe back acne spreading on arms and soldiers, suggest some cream or any medication please..

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Specific medication will treat your concern. Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance. ...  Read More

What to use for acne during pregnancy? Is topical adapalene .1% ok to use as spot treatment while pregnant ? I am breaking out a lot and really need a solution for it..

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No it’s not recommended There are safer options Consult for prescription ...  Read More

Hi i have PCOD and am currently 3.5 months pregnant. I am facing acne and acne marks how do I treat them?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have acne on my back and arms... my previous doctor told me that I have eczema... I have taken so many medicines so far but it goes and comes back

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Is it safe to use acne UV cream during pregnancy?

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Yes it's safe ...  Read More

Hi Doctors, My wife is having acne all over her face and also itching on these acne. Also, there bumps on her arm and legs, which are also causing itching. Currently, she is taking some medicines for the same, but it seems they are not helping much. Can someone please suggest what could be the cause and if any other thing we can do? Medicine Name :

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have tiny acne on my arms and back which doesn't hurt but sometimes it's itchy. And I have too much facial hair too. How do I treat it?

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Hello.. You need to ruleout conditions like PCOS and take appropriate treatment from a Dermatologist.Kindly consult online ...  Read More

My dad is 65 years, he is having swelling in Arms. He is diabetic what could be the reason for swelling?

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Do connect and consult Need to look to the swelling Will help you ...  Read More

Hi Doctor Every night when i sleep My right arms get numb always during sleep What could be the problem and how to get over from this Pls suggest

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Connect please ...  Read More

Can anyone tell what kind of spots are these on my arms? They are on both arms and nowhere else. Attaching my pic

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

17 weeks pregnant... before pregnancy I don't have any acne .. clear face .. affect that I got full face of acne... Can I use any acne cream.. please suggest

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Can I use ipca acne UV sunscreen before and during pregnancy? I've had a miscarriage because of tretinoin earlier. I don't want to use any product that can harm my future planning. Currently using: vitamin C, azelic acid for acne, pregnancy safe moisturiser and acne UV. If this sunscreen is not safe which one should I opt.

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Consult online for further treatment ...  Read More

I have got cluster of boils under my arms since the last 4 days! Every day some will pop and again emerge! Its painful, please suggest what to do

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hi... I have oily acne prone skin... I gets more break outs when i eat sugar, processed foid and dairy product. Now i am pregnant.. Now i am developing more acne.. Please suggest pregnancy safe vit c serum for oily skin

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hi.. I am 5 month pregnant and am developing acne all over my face neck and back... Before pregnancy i was using glutathione tablets to reduce acne and it worked great... But once i get pregnant i stopped using that... Please suggest a pregnancy safe supplement to reduce acne...

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Wait till delivery ...  Read More

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