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Redness after acne medication
Hlo I have acne .. I have consulted a doctor, she give me doxycycline 100 and benzoyl peroxide gel and clear gel and azaac soap. After 2 days my face turned red.. the areas where I applied the gel becomes red.. so I stopped the both gel... but its been more than 2 days .. the reddness still persist.. my marriage is on Jan 5th.. what to do
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Don't worry...you are suffering from irritant contact dermatitis causing this redness due to benzoyl peroxide... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Hi. I recommend you to consult the same Dermatologist who has prescribed you because he/she remembers your lesions on face.
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Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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Dr. Nandhini Palani
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Chennai
Take online consultation
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Dr. Ch.Suneetha
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15 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Consult online to discuss in detail
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 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. Shivanu Mathon
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Ludhiana
Consult online for further treatment
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