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I just gave birth and i have these tiny pimples on my face. what may be the cause and how can i treat these if i'm breastfeeding?

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Dr. Ratna Dhingra answered

Hormonal: these are due to hormonal changes.drink a lot of water,keep your face clean and use simple products like proactive or clearasil--they will pass.

Answered 9/7/2014

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A member asked:

I just gave birth and i have these tiny pimples on my face. what may be the cause and how can i treat these if i'm breastfeeding?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ratna Dhingra answered

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