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I dont want to take any medications but i have back acne and i dont know how to go about treating it, some of the pimples are deep and cant be popped.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Benzoyl peroxide gel: 5-10% and daily washing with gentle soap ( Baby soap or oatmeal soap ). DO NOT SQUEEZE!!!!! If no response in 4 weeks you will need prescription gel or pills.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I dont want to take any medications but i have back acne and i dont know how to go about treating it, some of the pimples are deep and cant be popped.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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