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I'm 31 & have adult acne, antibiotics & ocp dont help long term, i have 2 young children & don't want any more. hard lumps on lower face.
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Frustrating Adult Acne: Adult acne can be very frustrating. I recommend washing your face well twice a day to remove all daily dirt and makeup. A combination of daily oral antibiotics (minocycline) plus Topical RetinA can help reduce breakouts. Try hard not to pick at the lesions (even though it is tempting with the hard lesions) as it spreads germs and can ultimately make things worse.
Answered 10/18/2014
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