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I get cystic acne rarely on my chin.. i have 2 large, painful cystic pimples on my chin recently. should i use benzoyl peroxide?
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Systemic anttibiotic: In addition to benzoyl peroxide you may require a systemic antibiotic for the associated infection.
Answered 7/2/2015
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