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I keep having breakouts on my chin area. its not acne. it is red bumps and then become dry and then come back. ?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dermatologist: Consult a dermatologist for accurate diagnosis and treatment as this may still be a form of acne seen in adults and caused by hormonal imbalance which stimulates oil production leading to blocked pores.

Answered 8/20/2019

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A member asked:

I keep having breakouts on my chin area. its not acne. it is red bumps and then become dry and then come back. ?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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