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Does poor hygiene cause acne in teen boys?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably: Poor hygiene contributes to clogged pores and high bacteria loads both of which are major contributors to development of acne.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/13/2018

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