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Back acne after covid treatment
After 3-4 days of stopping steroids, a pimple kind of red acne with little pus is found in back area and near to shoulder.
Is it fungal infection or bacterial infection. Kindly suggest some medicines.
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This could be acneiform eruption secondary to steroid therapy.
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consult a dermatologist for detail prescription.
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It is very common to see pimples on back after covid treatment. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment
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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 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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