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I've had these really noticeable chest acne for months now. i also have acne on my face but my proactiv solves it. nothing solves the chest, help?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Stronger Rx: If you have acne on your trunk, you will Need both topical benzoyl peroxide and at least a short course of systemic Rx, perhaps tetracycline

Answered 2/19/2016

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A member asked:

I've had these really noticeable chest acne for months now. i also have acne on my face but my proactiv solves it. nothing solves the chest, help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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