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Age 24,female.i have acne scars on my face .it has almost been a year now.i have been using hydrocortisone ointmnt for a week.i see improve.is it ok?
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No: Enough for now, kindly see an experienced dermatologist. Using steroids, even hydrocotisone 1%, for extended periods especially on face isn't recommended unless under medical supervision, local side effects are plenty, some are hardly reversible, just be cautious
Answered 1/4/2016
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