Question 1

i previously had shingles in 2015, i have been slightly stressed out and starting to develop painful pimples on my face?

Accepted Answer

Likely to be acne: Acne and shingles are unrelated. Don't try to figure out what is causing your acne to flare -- it's futile -- but manage it with topical benzoyl peroxide and if severe, get with your physician. If the lesions on your face are seriously painful, get seen. Zoster / shingles on the face is usually on one side only -- is this you? Best wishes.

Question 2

could you please tell me about little hard painful pimple without pus on my face may be?

Accepted Answer

Infected cyst: Warm compresses, of not effective see dermatologist to drain and possibly remove lesion. Minor mark at most.

Question 3

can i have a doctor refer me to a dermatologist if i have painful sores/ pimples appearing on my face which at points are bleeding. this has been happening for weeks now?

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Acne: Your primary care doc or general practitioner would be your best reference. He or she can coordinate locally, treat and/or refer and keeping track of your progression with proper treatment.

Question 4

how to cure pimples on face?

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Acne remedies: There are many possible ways to treat acne correctly. It is a step treatment including:1. Skin hygiene 2. Antibacterials 3. Retinols 4. Photodynamic therapy 5. Laser .6. Tretinoins in mix and match combinations, and oral contraceptives. If you have severe acne , please see a competent dermatologist before getting scarred.

Question 5

how to removes pimples on face?

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Pimples: are an unfortunate part of being a teen-ager.  If you are older than that please see a dermatologist.  A teen-ager can see one also.  Be sure to keep skin clean, avoid make up that is not hypoallergenic and avoid trans fats as found in junk food.  Do not use any skin lotion containing alcohol.  Peace and good health.

Question 6

hello how to remove my pimples on face ?

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Scientific Rx: If topical benzoyl peroxide 5% 2x/day hasn't cleared you in two weeks, get with your personal physician who will add something stronger to this regimen. If it's face-only, probably adding topical Clindamycin or a short course of a systemic tetracycline will do the trick. You can't cure acne but you can keep it under control until it self-cures as you get older.

Question 7

pimples on face?

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See below: Symptoms and concerns like these mandate a thorough evaluation by your doctor.  Only after such an evaluation, which may include labs and radiographic examinations, can he/she let you know what's going on and how best to help you.

Question 8

does mastrubution cause pimples on face?

Accepted Answer

No masturbation: Does not cause acne.

Question 9

i have many pimples on face how to rid of them?

Accepted Answer

Acne: Start with over the counter benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid daily. Yku will notice a difference in a few weeks.

Question 10

what is the best way to prevent pimples on face?

Accepted Answer

Have better genes: Many assume acne is only a ritual of passage through the teens but some will have it well into their 30's and beyond.Proper treatment requires an in person evaluation by a doc/dermatologist who can help you devise a daily skin care plan.With a written plan in place you can add/delete modalities as the condition dictates.There is no one answer other than be born without the susceptibility genes.

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