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Nodular Acne
I was on Lymecycline for a while and it cleared my skin. But when I stopped taking it the acne came back. UK doctors said I need to go on a Retinol treatment. Is it effective for Cystic Acne. I get big acne which is hard and painful.
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Yes... however 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 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. Sonal Chavan
Dermatologist
19 yrs exp
Pune
Acne can be due to hormonal imbalance, stress, lack of sleep, thyroid,eating oily, dairy products and chocolates,excessive oil secretion by sebaceous glands.oral retinoids can give good improvement in acne.consult me online for further treatment
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Dr. J Prasad
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Bangalore
Can’t use lymecline for a long time
Retinol to be used with caution
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Consult online on practo pro for detailed prescription.
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