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Hi! i have acne issues but its not too severe . i tried a product and it burned my skin and now it has a few extremely dry spots. i need help.
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What did you try?: Acne is a serious, chronic, non-lifestyle-related illness that is a grave personal and professional liability. Your best friends are benzoyl peroxide and retinoic acid; topically they are the mainstay of treatment. Use them as tolerated and expect the experience to be unpleasant. For you, with some trouble spots, it's time to phone your personal physician -- you're old enough. Best wishes.
Answered 12/22/2014
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See Your Doctor: Acne is caused by plugging of hair follicle units (excess oil/debris/bacteria) & inflammation; genetically determined. Therapy includes topical/oral meds to control infection/inflammation. Medication-induced irritation/dryness is common. Finding the right balance can be challenging, even w/ mild acne. Your chances at successful treatment are best under the care of a physician. See your doctor now.
Answered 1/5/2015
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