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I would like to ask some suggestion for my acne during menstrual cyle.

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OTC medication: I would suggest Hibiclens soap and also 10% benzoyl peroxide gel ( Benzac). If not improving in 1 week you may need stronged Rx medication.

Answered 2/9/2015

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A member asked:

I would like to ask some suggestion for my acne during menstrual cyle.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

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