Can acne cause skin cancer

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Avatar f tn Diet is not a cause of acne but can be a contributing factor. So avoid taking any excess fatty diet and consult a dermatologist for the topical treatment of acne. Hope it helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries. Kind regards.
Avatar f tn I am unsure about premature aging, although Hypothyroid does cause a dry sometimes scaly skin that might resemble aged skin, the acne is usually caused by some hormone issues, I have heard of other Hypothyroid sufferers complain of problems with acne. Have you been diagnosed with any thyroid disease? As this is a Thyroid Forum, I beleive a forum exists for dermatology if you would care to re post on that forum.
Avatar m tn I bought tersaseptic antibacterial cleanser for my acne and my dermatologist said it's one of the best cleansers out there but I'm reading about it and it looks like it can cause cancer and it's bad for you. I've got really severe acne and I'm now taking accutane. If this cleanser is so bad why did my dermatologist recommend me to use it. I also got a lot of skin irritation and redness could this be a bad sign from the cleanser?
Avatar f tn It does make skin more sensitive to sun. How sensitive probably depends on how well it's doing what it's supposed to do, which is cause part of your skin protection to peel off so you have less acne. It's a tradeoff. If you believe this tradeoff is worth it, then use sunscreen. How this will affect Vitamin D absorption I don't know, you might want to find out if you need to supplement with it.
Avatar n tn During my time on Meds and now that I am pregnant my skin is terrible! particularily around my chin area. My docs said theres not much you can do. I use good skincare and good makeup and nothing works. I think its just a small price to pay! I just cover it up if I need too... on the upside my hairs better than ever! All the best to you.
Avatar n tn Black spots associated with acne, may be due to a postinflammatory skin reaction secondary to the acne. Acne may cause scarring and darkening of the affected areas. This may be readily managed using vitamin E creams and bleaching creams given that the acne has resolved and there are no breaks on the skin. Does this apply to what you have?
Avatar m tn I'm 22 year old female. I was taking spironolactone for cystic acne. Last April I quit it and my birth control so my husband and I could have a baby (my second.) My skin immediately started to get bad again, which I expected. However, my chest would develop weird little bumps that would eventually go away. But I'm a habitual picker, so I'd sometimes pick at them. Some of the bumps left what I assumed were scars, but from googling I'm unable to find scars that appear like mine do.
Avatar f tn Cystic acne is basically boils that form under the skin. They can be found on the butt, armpits, groin and other places where sweat can accumulate in hair follicles. Your daughter may have rosacea, which is a skin condition that causes redness, and painful bumps under the skin. I get the bumps quite often. Instead of being filled with pus, like most regular acne, mine are filled with blood.
868949 tn?1239589229 * Furuncle or carbuncle -- An abscess in the skin caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. It can have one or more openings onto the skin and may be associated with a fever or chills. They are less common than single boils; they are most likely to form at the back of the neck and in males. Carbuncles can form in the same areas as boils, and may also form on the scalp, face, and buttocks. Furunculosis is a word that is sometimes used to refer to recurrent boils.
Avatar n tn Hello, Acne is due to an overactivity and plugging of the oil glands.The main cause of acne is increased levels of hormones during adolescence. Acne usually lasts until age 20 or even 25. It is rare for acne to leave any scars unless picked. Just keep you face clean by washing with a mild soap atleast twice a day.Pat it dry and do not rub it.Avoid picking or pressing the acne.You can also use Benzoyl peroxide 5% lotion or gel once at bedtime.
Avatar n tn I heard somewhere that picking at the skin on your lips can cause or increase your risk for cancer. Is this true? I have a really bad habit of pulling off the skin on my lower lip, sometimes even until it bleeds. I've been doing it for a long time now and I turned 20 a couple months ago. I'm trying to break the habit but it worries me a bit.
Avatar m tn If it is an acne spot you will spread the bacteria under the skin leading to more spots. You can also cause secondary infection making diagnosis harder. To speed healing and avoid scarring there are several good products I will recommend. Bio-oil is made of Vitamin A and fades new and old scars and discolorations of the skin. Clinique make two excellent products. Their Post-blemish formula helps your skin heal more quickly and discourages new blemishes from forming in the same place.
Avatar f tn You mentioned that you had gone to a dermatologist, but have you seen a regular doctor to discuss your concerns about being underweight? It's important to remember that not all people are going to fall into the average weight- if you are eating a healthy diet (which your doctor can give you resources to confirm), and you don't have other health concerns, don't stress about the scale number.
Avatar n tn My endocrinologist just tells me to worry about the cancer and not my face but it is extremely embarrasing and going from flawless skin to this has been the worse battle for me so far.
Avatar n tn You must consult her prescribing doctor regarding Adderall and determine the benefits and risks of using this drug and the development/.exaggeration of acne or other dermatological disorders (since peeling of skin is known to occur.) Hope this helped.
Avatar f tn After Surgery, No stomach reflux, no acne, no vomiting, Acne just disappeared, skin is glowing, I have gained weight. Feel very healthy.
1055487 tn?1254208665 So far, no recurrance. I am very worried as my skin is very, very pale and some days my cheeks are yellow! Can you suggest what could be wrong?
Avatar f tn It should be treated promptly with antibacterial creams, drugs or if required procedures like laser resurfacing can be used to clear the acne scars. If left untreated it can lead to nodulo-cystic type of acne. Hope this helped and do keep us posted.
Avatar f tn They say it can also be menapause, but there are young girls who have started acne treatment who also have developed sticky skin. There are also reports from people on different cancer treatment who also have developed Acquired Cutaneous adherence syndrome known as sticky skin. Maybe do some research in these areas. Your meds may b causing it too. But im just as curious so I am investigating any possible case to then find the root then treat or supplement accordingly.
Avatar n tn t believe. Are there any ways to differentiate acne, cysts and cancer? I am a 31 year old male. I am mainly worried that it could be something dangerous and was wondering what would be symptoms to look out for for anything cancer related.