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How do you treat acne on the back? back scratcher?
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ACNE : Acne can be located anywhere in the body and it depends on the severity. If located in the back with comedones, treatment includes Cleocin t lotion, benzoyl peroxide, erythrocin lotion and tetracycline, doxycycline, Minocin (minocycline) orally.
Answered 11/28/2017
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