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I have acne for almost 3 years now in my face and i have a oily skin which sometimes becomes sticky. what would be the best cure to get rid of this?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Scientific Rx: Being a teen is tough enough without acne, and i'm sorry you went through 3 years. I start with topical Clindamycin with either benzoyl peroxide or (if there are blackheads) a retinoic acid derivative. If results are not good in a month, add a systemic antibiotic that's right for you; a dermatologist has a less-pleasant rx that can abolish the oil and eliminate the acne. You deserve to look good.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I have acne for almost 3 years now in my face and i have a oily skin which sometimes becomes sticky. what would be the best cure to get rid of this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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