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Is it possible to have adult acne due to flucuating hormone levels?

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Absolutely: This is true whether you are a man or a woman, and there's no predicting when a flareup make take place, though for some women it is monthly. Anything from sunlight to a meal rich in iodine can trigger acne as well. Fortunately, it's almost always manageable. Good luck.

Answered 10/13/2012

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