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Is it normal to break out in acne after your period?

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Yes very: It is common to have a flare up of acne after or around your period due to hormonal fluctuations. Most likely you will grow out of it, in a few years, as your body mature beyond puberty.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/10/2017

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Good day, I am 35 years old currently not on any contraception but my last one was Diane due to my acne. Last week on 25 I started my periods with terrible period pains that I felt was giving birth, took home pain pills, is this normal?

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Good day, I am 35 years old currently not on any contraceptive but my last one was Diane due to my acne. Last week on 25 I started my periods with terrible period pains that I felt was giving birth, took home pain pills, is this normal?

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