Question 1

i keep seeing this acne face mapping myth going around online. where can i find information to debunk it?

Accepted Answer

Don't bother: Our world is full of disinformation. Don't argue with people who are dumb enough to believe it, unless it's an actual threat to someone's health, finances, the peace of your community, or the integrity of your local schools. The absence of any controlled studies on this "traditional chinese medicine" spinoff is sufficient to let you know that it's just made up. Manage acne medically.

Question 2

what does acne on forehead/hairline mean? in terms of face mapping. how to clear without antibiotics/medicated creams/gels?

Accepted Answer

Acne on forehead: You may be using an oil containg shampoo which is causing your acne. Try changing your shampoo.

Question 3

how i can cure my acnes face?

Accepted Answer

Quite a few options: For treatment of acne, over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide gel/cream is quite helpful. If desired, a doctor can add an antibiotic gel/cream such as Cleocin (clindamycin phosphate) gel. If more help is needed, prescription retinoids such as Retin-A or Differin gel can be used instead of benzoyl peroxide. Oral antibiotics such as tetracycline can be used also. If acne is quite severe, a dermatologist might use oral Accutane.

Question 4

deep acne scare on face?

Accepted Answer

Options: A dermatologist can make the scars less apparent, though they cannot be made to vanish, using fillers, laser treatment, abrasion or surgery. Before you decide, look at the hollywood leading men who have chosen to keep their acne scars for character (jet li, steven seagal, charlie sheen, tommy lee jones.) it's your call (and you partner's if you have one.) good luck.

Question 5

any solution for acne?(face)

Accepted Answer

Meds: Many patients do well with over the counter benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid preparations. Some patients require topical or oral antibiotics or retinoids as well. If the over the counter meds alone don't control your acne after a month of daily use, see a doctor for additional treatment options. It is important to be persistent, and some patients 'get worse before they get better'.

Question 6

what is the best for face acne?

Accepted Answer

Benzoyl peroxide: Use as tolerated. Alternatives are retinoic acid derivatives and salicylic acid. If you are not clear in two weeks, get with your personal physician.

Question 7

which foods create acne on the face?

Accepted Answer

Acne: There is the possibility that milk and/or milk products may worsen acne.

Question 8

what is good for acne marks on the face?

Accepted Answer

Laser, artefill: The scars need to be evaluated in person by an experienced physician. Fractional resurfacing with laser offers permanent improvement with a healing time of 4 days. The procedure can be limited to the area of scars and does not need to involve the whole face.

Question 9

what are the causes of acne to appear on face?

Accepted Answer

Hormones: Acne is caused by hormones, sun damage, stress, lack of sleep, oil, sweating, hat bands, and bacteria.

Question 10

could body acne be treated differently from face acne?

Accepted Answer

Hit it HARD: Acne on the trunk won't respond well just to topical agents though they may be useful. You'll probably end up on a systemic antibiotic for a while &/or be offered tretinoin. Acne is a serious, non-lifestyle-related disease and a serious personal and professional liability that requires 21st century medicine. Good luck.

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I keep seeing this acne face mapping myth going around online. where can i find information to debunk it?

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What does acne on forehead/hairline mean? in terms of face mapping. how to clear without antibiotics/medicated creams/gels?

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How i can cure my acnes face?

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Deep acne scare on face?

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Any solution for acne?(face)

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What is the best for face acne?

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Which foods create acne on the face?

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What is good for acne marks on the face?

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Could body acne be treated differently from face acne?

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