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Can irregular periods cause unwanted hair growth and acne?
Query: Hello doctor, I am experiencing irregular periods, sometimes two times a month (latest before three months) and sometimes it will skip for two or three months. I also noticed that I suddenly have hair growing on my stomach and chest. Also, I do not have hair on my legs before but now I have a few ha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. According to your statement, now you are suffering from amenorrhea (absence of menstrual cycle), hirsutism (hair growth in women in the male pattern), acne (pimples-one type of acne on the back) and having no history of thyroid or hormo... Read Full »
What can I do to get rid of the acne marks?
Query: Hello doctor,I am 18 years old, and I have acne marks and pimples on my face. I have tried many serums like vitamin C, Niacinamide, and many more but the marks are not fading. Also, I have open pores and hairs on my nose and cheeks, and they look like blackheads, but if you see closely, they are hai... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Regarding your symptoms, I believe you have developed recurrent acne vulgaris(skin infection of the pilosebaceous gland), possibly due to a change in cosmetics. I suggest to apply topical 2 percent Resorcinol, or 2... Read Full »
I have acne breakout and scars on forehead. What has to be done?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a really bad acne breakout and scars and it was just on my forehead two months back. Then I just had another one about two weeks ago, on my forehead again. It is not mostly just dark acne scars and I want to get rid of them. My skin also turned from combination to dry on my entir... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have been through your case. Well, acne is common in your age. Drink plenty of water and juices. Avoid fast food and chocolates. Even then you may have frequent relapses which are precipitated by stress, periods, and cosmetics. For daily routine healthy skin, do the ... Read Full »
Is it possible for a pimple on a nose to be skin cancer?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a zit or pimple on my nose. I had it for a few years. I was never worried about it. It does not look too extreme or anything. But someone mentioned about skin cancer sometimes starting as small red bumps that do not go away. I am not sure if it is possible to have a pimple for ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please upload the pictures of affected areas for an exact diagnosis. Read Full »
How to get rid of acne and patches on my forehead? Please assist.
Query: Hello doctor, I believe I have black patches and acne on my forehead that I have been attempting to get rid of. I have been using Noxzema cream for around a month, and have not noticed any changes. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Pimple is due to hormonal changes. Please follow the suggestions listed below. Do not use hair oil or any sticky cream on the face. Avoid oily food, chocolates, and milk products. Avoid dust, and use sunscreen ab... Read Full »
Will chemical peel help in treating acne and hyperpigmentation scars of acne?
Query: Hello doctor,I am an 18-year-old male and suffering from acne since I was 14. I have tried a retinoid, Doxycycline, countless topical creams and scrubs, and a six-month course of Accutane, and nothing seemed to work permanently. Accutane was the most effective drug at preventing my acne but, two mon... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems like you have had really bad acne and have been trying hard to improve it. I would suggest you not to stop the treatment abruptly as it usually leads to a flare. Instead, once the acne is controlled, you should reduce the frequency to a maintenance dose, suc... Read Full »
Why do I experience small pus-filled bumps on my face?
Query: Hello doctor, My face has started to break out around my forehead and cheeks. I have started eating healthy, and I rarely wear makeup. My skin type is oily. I wash my face in the morning and at night. My breakouts on the forehead consist of small bumps, and when popped, most of the time white pus ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query and understand your concern. It seems you have acne vulgaris. Acne vulgaris is a common skin problem in adolescents and adults. It involves pilosebaceous follicles or oil glands and therefore is seen to involve areas where oil glands are dense... Read Full »
I experience pimples each month before my periods. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 21-year-old female with combination skin that is sensitive. I typically experience one to three pimples each month before my periods, but I do not have severe acne. I would like to know which BB (beauty balm) cream suits acne-prone and sensitive skin that will not cause breakouts... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Applying a hydrating moisturizing cream for sensitive skin as a treatment for acne-prone faces. Pimples are somewhat hormonal and due to oily skin. I suggest you follow a few guidelines:Do not use hair oil or any sticky cream on your face.Avoid... Read Full »
I feel like my acne is being pinched whenever I am stressed. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have mild to severe acne. Two days ago I put salicylic acid astringent on it and let the cotton ball sit for a few minutes. Afterward, the following two days, whenever I was stressed, the acne felt like it was being pinched, feeling similar to a headache except it only lasted for a few ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi. Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query and concern. I examined your pictures (attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity). With your descriptions and given picture, it seems you have mild acne at present. Acne vulgaris is a common skin problem in adolescents and in adul... Read Full »
What are the best medications to treat pimples?
Query: Hello doctor,I have skin problems on my nose, there is a big pimple which is red and swollen. Also, on my hand, there are some round white patches. I also get a lot of heat boils (yellow in color) on my body. I have shared the pictures. Kindly refer some ointments and tablets for the cure. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). We will use one thing at a time to minimize complications. Acne on your nose is termed acne rosacea. Start Minoz (Minocycline) OD 65 mg once daily at bedtime for 30 days and La Sheild sunscreen ... Read Full »