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I have cystic acne,i am 22year female.hormone therapy is not working,i have under active thyroid and take medicine.plz suggest me a topical treatment?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

I would recommend: that you speak to your own doctor and/or a dermatologist. It is unlikely that an over-the-counter topical medication will work for cystic acne, especially if the hormonal therapy isn't helping. The dermatologist should be able to help you.

Dr Mele agreed

Answered 10/17/2015

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