Question 1

why am i getting acne even though i take good care of my skin?

Accepted Answer

Hormones: Skin care does little to impact acne one way or the other. Some medications precipitate it, but usually it's "just you". If you're a young person, there's no mystery. For others, there's little understanding it. If you're taking bromide, iodide or lithium, your acne is likely to flare. Otherwise, don't trouble yourself with "why"; acne's easy to manage nowadays if it bothers you.

Question 2

i never had acne as a teenager. why am i now getting acne as an adult?

Accepted Answer

Man or Woman? Age?: I believe that acne can be caused by or aggravated by certain foods and medications.
I would have to know your gender; your age, and do you eat nuts and peanut butter?  High glycemic index foods? Chocolate?
If you are a girl/woman, do you break out before your periods, for example?

Question 3

why am i getting an acne breakout a week before my wedding?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons: Noone knows all the causes of acne but clearly stress and diet are large contributing factors for acne breakouts.

Question 4

why i am still getting acne at 24.my whole face is scarred enough already from previous one.i am startung to belive its because of diary and high carb?

Accepted Answer

Look Beyond Diet: Lots of things can cause continued acne into adulthood, genetics, hairstyle(bangs, sideburns), stress level, pregnancy, etc.  In terms of diet, make sure your diet is balanced--what you put in is what you get out.  If you are truly bothered by your acne, ask your practitioner there are some great acne meds covered by most insurances.

Question 5

do baby's get acne?

Accepted Answer

Transiently: Babies often get a transient "baby acne" that is not present at birth (bathed in the waters of the womb) but comes out at a few weeks & lasts a few months. It is thought to result from maternal hormone effect which gradually declines as the baby ages.It will generally disappear without specific treatment.

Question 6

how to get off acne?

Accepted Answer

Scientific Rx: Start with benzoyl peroxide; if this isn't enough visit your physician, first line is topical retinoic derivatives &/or a topical antibiotic such as clindamycin. If still not sufficient, the right systemic antibiotic for you, perhaps tetracycline 500 2x/day. Dermatologist visit if still not clear. Good luck. All acne is manageable today.

Question 7

i was wondering, can adults get acne?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Although many consider acne a simple ritual of passage in the teen years, it can and does affect some men and women into their thirties or later.

Question 8

why my sister doesn't get severe acne?

Accepted Answer

Can't be answered: Acne is unrelated to hygiene, lifestyle or diet. There is no figuring out why one person gets it and the next person doesn't. Your life will be easier and happier if you learn not to ask questions like this one. If you have acne yourself, you deserve to be treated effectively. If need be, make the phone call to your physician yourself.

Question 9

why do some people get acne and others dont?

Accepted Answer

: Genetics. There is a direct correlation between genes passed from one generation to the next in the type and texture of skin and tendency toward acne. It can also arise as a new problem when the genes mix from parents with or without the problem.

Question 10

how can i get ride of acne .... please  help me

Accepted Answer

Acne: You can start by using benzoxyl peroxideApply at night before bedtime for two weeks. If no improvement see a dermatologist

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