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best excercise to prevent acnes
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Dr. M. Christine Lee answered
28 years experience Dermatology
Individual program: Acne is very complex and treatment highly variable. Important to find a good dermatologist who's willing to work with you to understand what works bes ... Read More
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Dr. Joseph Hermann answered
43 years experience Family Medicine
Cetaphil: Cetaphil is a non-soap cleanser that can be used often without drying or otherwise harming the skin. You can use it several times a day if needed. Y ... Read More
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Dr. Robert Kwok answered
33 years experience Pediatrics
Filth doesn't = acne: Acne occurs when skin glands produce more oil, but the openings of the glands are blocked by little plugs of dead skin cells (comedones). Skin oils le ... Read More
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Dr. Barry Handler answered
32 years experience Plastic Surgery
Acne Treatments: Standard acne treatments include benzoyl peroxide and salacylic acid. Others will require a prescription from a physician.
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Dr. Michael Fisher answered
32 years experience Dermatology
Acne: One facial wash is called Plexion Cleanser. However, facial washes by themselves are usually not that affective at treating acne. You would need other ... Read More
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Dr. David Nelson answered
33 years experience Family Medicine
Washing your face: Washing your face regularly will cut down on the oil on your face and help prevent acne. Using a mild soap like dove works. If that fails, using somet ... Read More
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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered
57 years experience Dermatology
Treat it: We do not "prevent" acne. But we are very good at treating and controlling it. A dermatologist will help you.
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ACNE: Penicillin does not prevent Acne. It may treat active secondary infection by bacteria but it is not a first line antibiotic treatment for typical Acne ... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:
Dr. Ed Friedlander answered
44 years experience Pathology
Homepathy: With respect to my homeopath friends here, you're wisest to use this only as an adjunct. Generally, you need to be aware of the limitations of homeopa ... Read More
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Dr. Jennifer Haley answered
23 years experience Dermatology
Some thoughts: Acne is genetic and more prone to occur during hormone changes. That is unavoidable. You should start using some essential skincare products and dev ... Read More
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Dr. Roman Bronfenbrener answered
9 years experience Dermatology
Meds: Many patients do well with over the counter benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid preparations. Some patients require topical or oral antibiotics or reti ... Read More
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