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M having acne in my back n in shoulder. it leaves very ugly brown marks. ?

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Dr. Daniel Cabot answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Cystic acne: This could be cystic acne, a severe form of acne that causes permanent scarring. Over the counter acne meds are usually not effective. Get to a dermatologist right away, or have your primary physician evaluate your condition and treat it. Often an oral (rather than otc topicals) medication is needed to treat this.

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Answered 5/8/2015

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