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Male age 22. mild to moderate acne, with very little family history of it. im treating it the best i can. im just curious if medically theres a good chance i will grow out of it in my 20s? if so, usually by what age do males outgrow it?

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Yes : Acne usually but not always gets better with age. Consult dermatologist or your primary care doctor for specific diagnosis and treatment

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

Male age 22. mild to moderate acne, with very little family history of it. im treating it the best i can. im just curious if medically theres a good chance i will grow out of it in my 20s? if so, usually by what age do males outgrow it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

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