A 44-year-old member asked:
How can i stop all these pimples?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Asaf Presenteanswered
Pulmonary Critical Care 17 years experience
No one is immune: While teenagers are more prone to getting "pimples" or acne due to hormonal changes affecting the environment of the skin, it is still possible and common for older people to get this - if keeping the skin clean and over the counter remedies (and time) don't resolve the problem then a primary care doctor or dermatologist can offer other remedies that may help ie. Antibiotics etc.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
What should I do to stop some annoying pimples?
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Dr. Jeffrey Nganswered
Family Medicine 32 years experience
Go see your doc: Without looking at your face, i would recommend seeing a doc about it. It may not be and for a 39 Y.O. Adult, you should be seeing a doc anyways.
5.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 37-year-old member asked:
How can I stop popping my pimples?
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Dr. Mark Tayloranswered
Dermatology 48 years experience
See a dermatologist: See a dermatologist and get a good treatment to stop your pimples from appearing in the first place, then you will not need to pop them.
5.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 42-year-old member asked:
How to stop pimples from forming?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Barry Resnikanswered
Dermatology 32 years experience
Stop pimples: That is a rather broad question. Generally, a diet low in carbs and dairy will help breakouts. Keeping the skin clean but not irritated will also help. Don't go in for all these abrasive brush devices, unless you have iron skin.
5.8k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 36-year-old member asked:
How can I stop a pimple before it happens?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Ed Friedlanderanswered
Pathology 45 years experience
Topical Rx: A salicylic acid wash is often adequate if you have only occasional outbreaks, or topical benzoyl peroxide as tolerated.
3.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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Dr. Jeff McFadden commented
Family Medicine 25 years experience
In addition, Try and reduce stress. Avoiding triggers like chocolate work only for some people.
Jun 27, 2014
India
A 20-year-old male asked:
What can I do for my pimple?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Roman Bronfenbreneranswered
Dermatology 10 years experience
Meds: Many patients do well with over the counter benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid preparations. Some patients require topical or oral antibiotics or retinoids as well. If the over the counter meds alone don't control your acne after a month of daily use, see a doctor for additional treatment options. It is important to be persistent, and some patients 'get worse before they get better'.
5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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