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Avatar m tn I have had acne red marks, not scars, that just won't go away. I've had them for about 2 years now and have tried products such as Differin & Atralin with no avail. Is there any other solution? Thank you, Doctors!
Avatar n tn I know, but as you say this is leaving you with scars. A synthetic topical retinoid like Differin will turn the skin over and completely remove the blemish. Or see a beautician or a nurse at a skin center who could extract the lesion without scarring, or carry out a chemical skin peel. Eloise.
Avatar f tn Ive talked to my doctor about it, and all she does is proscribe me things that never work. Ive tried most of the products that I can afford. I was just wondering if anyone out there has found a good product that may be helpful. Im willing to try pretty much anything. Thank you.
Avatar f tn Which now leaves me confused.. Does anybody else have this problem? And does he or she have a solution for it ? The picture in this post is day 3 of the flare up.. the rash is situated under my eyes.. on my chin and a little on the centre of my forehead..The rash leaves scars and is sometimes soar when I try to touch it..
Avatar m tn Hi. There is a lack of medical evidence that what you eat affects acne. Acne is caused by high levels of androgens (hormones) common in teenagers and people in their 20s. Androgens stimulate the oil glands in the skin. Bacteria on the skin feeds off this excess oil, blocking the pores and resulting in acne. The best way to treat this is with a course of oral antibiotics such as Oxytetracycline to kill acne-causing bacteria.
Avatar m tn I started using Differin in May, but I now realize Differin also contains Adapalene. Should I be worried about sun exposure while using Differin/adapaline? I noticed the container says not to use it on sunburns, but nothing about not using it in the sun. I use the cream at night, but I also realize that it's a long term treatment... and as such just because I use it at night, does not mean the sensitivity is gone in the morning/day.
Avatar m tn I started using Differin in May, but I now realize Differin also contains Adapalene. Should I be worried about sun exposure while using Differin/adapaline? I noticed the container says not to use it on sunburns, but nothing about not using it in the sun. I use the cream at night, but I also realize that it's a long term treatment... and as such just because I use it at night, does not mean the sensitivity is gone in the morning/day.
Avatar n tn When a few months go by, the bump on my face starts looking like a bruise, and does swallow up time to time. When it does break out after a few months, alot of dark, thick blood comes out. I'm just wondering what this might be as it seems very unusual to me that i have such bad acne at the age of 16. Please reply, your thoughts would be much appreciated. Thanks!
Avatar m tn 1% i was on and minocycline 100 mg daily to 40 mg a day oracea for only redness and not pimples would help ?seems like it would make it worse..please explain...
1632818 tn?1299941302 Pill or injection is prescribed if this also does not help. Prescription anti histamines would be prescribed to relieve any itching. It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
Avatar f tn Ok so I have been prescribed differin gel for "acne" problems. I recently had a huge one with deep cyst (when i touch it i can feel hardness under the skin)...then it formed a white head and oozed a lot of pus (and some blood) after which it stopped being painful. My question is can I still keep on applying differin gel on top of the acne even though it's "broken" skin? The differin seems to help calm the inflammation pretty quick and dry it out...
Avatar f tn Dear doctor! How long can I use Differin (adaferin, adapalene)?
Avatar n tn Is it normal to have such a reaction and if so, how can I help this heal, and how long will it probably take? By the way, I stopped applying the Differin when I got the reaction. Thanks.
Avatar m tn He gave me differin and it worked ok.While i was using the differin i was working all summer long outside and usually wore a hat.Well two years later ever since my forehead is my natural skin color which is pale.The rest of my face is very red.I have very oily skin and my skin breaksout if i put lotion or toners on it usually.Is there any advise on how to get my skin to even out and get this redness to go away.Please help.
2996663 tn?1374169076 Does anybody know a good way to get rid of scars from cutting? both arms are covered in them, and im ashamed of it sometimes, and i dont want people seeing them no more. There has to be some way, even if its just covering them up enough for them to not be so noticeable. They make me feels so ugly.
Avatar m tn i also wash face with mild cleanser and apply moisturizer, after apply moisturizer on my nose still becomes more oily. I went to see the dermatologist and he given me the differin cream, differin also make my nose oily and did not stop the oil production,which is also not helping, i very hopeless right now. please help with my oily nose.
1335691 tn?1275733267 Masturbating does not cause acne or any other health problem. It is a natural way of experiencing pleasure on your own or with a partner. Acne occurs when the patient has raised levels of androgens (hormones such as testosterone). Androgens stimulate the sebaceous (oil) glands in the skin. Bacteria on the skin feed off this excess oil (sebum) blocking the pores and resulting in spots.
Avatar m tn I messed with it a little bit, and the next day it had swollen up and was warm, like an infection. Since then, I have been using Abreva and Differin on it. The Differin makes the largest difference – it reduces the size significantly. When it first showed up, it looked a lot like this picture: http://www.adamjbc.f2s.com/dlc/test/Photo-0171.jpg. It no longer has a white tip, and there are two small bumps (neither red nor painful) below it.
Avatar n tn i want to know what effect it would have on my liver.... i also had peels done, but acne is still persisting....n i hv got acne scars also.... can u suggest a treatment for my problem.....
Avatar f tn The best topical lotion in my opinion is Differin. It can be as effective as topical Isotretinoin but is usually much better tolerated, with little or no redness and peeling. It is even more effective when used in conjunction with oral antibiotics. I have taken Accutane twice (20% of patients require a second course) with good results, please see my photos in my profile. I am happy to discuss any concerns you have about this drug. Eloise.
Avatar f tn They are only around my ankles and look bad so no way i can wear cute sandals. ughh im just so fustrated. this does not help my selfesteem at all. i have enough with my belly full of strechmarks. i dont.complain abt the.strechmarks because as long as my baby is fine i dont care. but the flea bites have to go. im tired of wearing my vans and boots especially in this weather and w swollen feet. :(.
Avatar f tn Injecting steroids or cortisones into the scar once a month or so till they fade away after a while generally does the treatment of such scars. Regular application of special gels or ointments may also help lessen the scar tissue. Pressure garments can also be used to remove the scars. Gel sheets applied and kept on the wounds may also prevent hypertrophic scars from forming. In very bad cases surgery and removal of scars can be done.
Avatar n tn So I thought maybe they were just a patch or dry skin, or skin a rubbed a bit raw when rubbing my eyes at night or something, so I tried applying Differin cream to it with no result. It is not spreading, but it is not going away either. Some have said it's just a mark I got from being overstressed, but i think that really means they have no idea...haha...help?
Avatar m tn t mind using Differin by itself if it comes down to it. But, if these ointments do help with redness and scarring and is safe to use without making my skin worse, I will use it.
Avatar f tn t offer any advise on the treatment (no one seems to be able to help me with my trauma scars either) but I can sympathize with your daughters feelings about social activity. It is a horrible feeling to be judged or looked at because of your scars. My scars take up my entire forehead and bridge of my nose. I relieved some of my anxiety with larger framed glasses and heavy bangs. if the scars can't be reduced, maybe she should try some inventive "camoflage" like i did.
Avatar n tn I am going to see the dermatologist in a few days about this but right now I AM SO DAMN SCARED THAT I MIGHT HAVE DONE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO MY FACE!!!!!!!!!! WILL THIS EVENTUALLY HEAL OR WILL IT STAY LIKE THIS???????????????? IF IT DOES STAY LIKE THIS WILL THE DERMATOLOGIST BE ABLE TO HELP OR WILL IF HAVE TO GO TO A PLASTIC SURGEON?????????????? ANYONE PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!! PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!