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Sudden acne onset at 25
Am 25 years old and have started getting new pimples, mostly on my upper cheeks, overnight for the past week. These pimples are cyst-like—throbbing and painful. Previously, I had a flare-up around September-October, which was limited to my lower cheeks. I took minocycline at the time, and while the acne subsided, I still have marks that haven’t faded as they used to earlier.
Currently, my skincare routine includes:
Dermaco Salicylic Acid Facewash,
Salicylic Acid + Niacinamide Serum,
Hyaluronic Acid + Vitamin C Serum,
Sunscreen (SPF 50),
Aloe Vera Gel.
My periods are regular, and I haven’t noticed other significant changes in my health. Could you please help me understand the cause of these sudden breakouts and suggest an appropriate 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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Will improve with proper medication.... For more details whatsApp me on 08800646 seven seven four
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Hello, sudden onset of cystic acne can be influenced by multiple factors, including hormonal changes, lifestyle, or skincare habits. Since you already have a detailed skincare routine and have experienced previous flare-ups, it would be beneficial to analyze the exact triggers and provide a customized plan.
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I recommend an online consultation for a thorough assessment and tailored guidance.
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Consult online for proper guidance and detailed prescription.
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
39 yrs exp
Mumbai
Can be improved with medications and some topical application kindly consult us online so that we can get your detailed history and prescribe you accordingly
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Specific anti acne treatment required
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed prescription
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Dr. Vignesh Narayan R
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Bangalore
The sudden appearance of cystic acne, especially on the upper cheeks, can be distressing and is often triggered by a combination of internal and external factors. Even with regular periods, minor hormonal fluctuations can stimulate sebaceous glands, leading to cystic acne. Stress can exacerbate hormonal activity, increasing oil production.Using multiple active ingredients like salicylic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin C can lead to skin barrier disruption, causing irritation and inflammation. Over-exfoliation with salicylic acid might also be a contributing factor. Increased exposure to pollutants or allergens and dietary triggers like high glycemic index foods or dairy can worsen acne.
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Consult online for a detailed assessment and guidance.
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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi
Dermatologist
16 yrs exp
Mumbai
Onset of acne in Adult age can be because of hormonal issues so we need to check for that. Please consult online for proper treatment and rest for pcod
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Dr. Amandeep
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Khanna
You need proper medicine for this
Consult online for further management
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Dr. Supriya M Muthalgiri
Dermatology
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please take consultation for detailed examination and treatment
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 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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