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I have persistent acne and cycst under arms, under breasts-never seems to clear up; what can i do?

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Forget diet: Alternative therapies have little benefit. Acupuncture for acne? One cannot be serious. See a dermatologist. There are very effective treatments for this issue.

Dr Maes and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/17/2014

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