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I use tretnoin everyday because my dermatologist says to do so, ive noticed no difference whatsoever it keeps on getting red and more pimples and ive been using it for over 6 months now what should i do?

Q: i use tretnoin everyday because my dermatologist says to do so, ive noticed no difference whatsoever it keeps on getting red and more pimples and ive been using it for over 6 months now what should i do?

: Would follow up with the dermatologist or get a second opinion. Initially may notice increase in pimple but it should stabilize and improve over a month to 3 months https://www.healthline.com/health/tretinoin-for-acne

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Would follow up with the dermatologist or get a second opinion. Initially may notice increase in pimple but it should stabilize and improve over a month to 3 months https://www.healthline.com/health/tretinoin-for-acne

Answered 5/1/2023

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A member asked:

I use tretnoin everyday because my dermatologist says to do so, ive noticed no difference whatsoever it keeps on getting red and more pimples and ive been using it for over 6 months now what should i do?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

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