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Acne on body
I am 24 year old male. I have acne on my back, arm, chest area, neck region, and shoulder for three years. Sometimes they disappear, but in summer they again come back. I am using salicylic lotion on them but no relief. What to do in this case. I am worried. I have also consulted the dermatologist, but no relief, they disappeared for some time but again came back. Please suggest what to do. What diet and lifestyle should I follow. And what is the cause of these acne.
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Tropical acne. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment
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if they disappeared and came again then we need to find out root cause and work on that.
do you have dandruff also??
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Dr. Mitali Sethi
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Aligarh
It’s important to rule out the cause to prevent relapse therefore it is important to have detailed information about it for the right treatment
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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Chennai
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. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
38 yrs exp
Mumbai
A more detailed history and clinical images are required to make the diagnosis. Please take online consultation for the same.
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Specific treatment available for complete cure
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Amandeep
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Khanna
Will improve with medication
Consult online for further management
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
18 yrs exp
Noida
Don't worry, specific medication will improve condition.
Kindly do direct online consultation for proper treatment and guidance.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
11 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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 & guidance.
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultation and discuss in details requires detailed history and treatment
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