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M 32 yrs old,having acne problem from the last 3 months,not severe (6-7/cheek) they come & go,off & on.after puberty i got them now. any rx/supplement?

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Dr. Theresa Henderson answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Acne treatment: For so few changes and as they occur off and on, Clindamycin topical gel applied to the outbreak when present would be helpful in clearing the situation.

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Answered 3/2/2015

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Dr. Ward Dean answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Epsom Salt: Try applying epsom salt as a facewash once or twice per day. Not sure why, but it often clears up acne and rosacea.

Answered 3/2/2015

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A member asked:

M 32 yrs old,having acne problem from the last 3 months,not severe (6-7/cheek) they come & go,off & on.after puberty i got them now. any rx/supplement?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Theresa Henderson answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

Dr. Ward Dean answered

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