Question 1

how to cure pimples?

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See dermatologist: You should see a dermatologist who could evaluate your skin further and individualize your treatment regimen for acne.

Question 2

what causes pimples?

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Nature: Acne pimples occur when the immune system detects the clump (comedone) of skin cells blocking a pore, trapping oils inside the skin, and also trapping some bacteria. The bacteria and oils leak into the skin, causing a reaction in which the immune system sends white blood cells in to push all of the stuff out of the body. After the pimple ruptures, it heals but imperfectly, leaving little scars.

Question 3

should i pop pimples?

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Not normally: If done right, by breaking open the top of a whitehead and creating a way to drain, some pimples can be evacuated by squeezing. The problem, if you don't have the practice, is that just squeezing them can break out the bottom and spill infection into surrounding tissue. This causes a more severe infection as a result.

Question 4

how to reduce pimples?

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 5

how to clear pimples.?

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Scientific Rx: If topical benzoyl peroxde as tolerated has not cleared you in two weeks, get with your personal physician. Acne is a non-lifestyle-related, non-hygiene-related, serious illness that can keep you from getting the job that you want. It needs to be managed until it remits on its own. Ignore all "pop" advice about diet, home cures and so forth.

Question 6

make pimples disappear?

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Scientific Rx: If topical benzoyl peroxide hasn't worked in 2 weeks, your physician may add topical Clindamycin &/or a retinoic acid derivative (latter's great if there are blackheads). If not sufficient, a systemic antibiotic such as tetracycline 500 2x/day is a good choice for a guy. Dermatologists have the big guns for hard cases. All acne can be managed today.

Question 7

can chili cause pimples?

Accepted Answer

No: Acne is only marginally related to diet and not at all to hygiene or lifestyle. If topical benzoyl peroxide as tolerated has not cleared you in two weeks, get with your personal physician. Acne can't be cured but will eventually remit on its own. Until then, you must manage it as a chronic illness.

Question 8

how to clean our pimples?

Accepted Answer

Avoid damage: Try not to pop them, if you do there are special metal devices you can use. Otherwise leave them alone and use a gentle soap on the face. Salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide washes can help a lot as well but can irritate the skin.

Question 9

i have pimples what to do?

Accepted Answer

Acne is treatable : For over the counter treatment , the usual recommendation is a salicylic wash and a benzoyl peroxide gel. Many well-known company brands are available. If the condition does not improve , please visit a dermatologist.

Question 10

how to fade popped pimple?

Accepted Answer

Leave them Alone: I am sure it does not surprise you that physicians are very upset at patients who pop pimples, squeeze lesions or sores and then expect treatment to fix the scarring and damage done to the skin when all humans know that popping zits is a 'no no' from a physician's perspective. Leave the skin alone. Eat a healthy, high protein diet and your skin should recover.

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