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After 3 months of treatment of my face acne by using benzoyl peroxide 5 % gel, i looks better but there are some small red patches... inflammation ?

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Dr. Ilka Nazario answered

Yes: Most probably inflammation. Give it time.

Answered 10/18/2016

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A member asked:

After 3 months of treatment of my face acne by using benzoyl peroxide 5 % gel, i looks better but there are some small red patches... inflammation ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ilka Nazario answered

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