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What are the ways to remove acne scars?

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What are the ways to remove acne scars?

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Published At November 18, 2017
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am 24 years old. My weight is 110.23 Ibs and my height is 5.18". I have severe acne scars on my face, back, lower back, below the neck, and pimples on my face. Even after using Benzoyl peroxide, there is no change. I have oily skin. I use to get severe menstrual pain up to 3 or 4 days and for which I am using Meftal spas. I have breast pain mostly except for the period days and a few days following. Also, there is a small color difference in the right breast not overall. But, the pain is not specific to this area. I get pain in both breasts. Is it just premenstrual pain or something to be concerned about?

For allergies, I am using nasal spray and Allegra tablets. Back pain is present occasionally and not severe. I have hair fall and thinning of hair from scalp and dandruff problem. When I oil my hair for dryness I get more pimples. What else can I do for dry hair, hair fall, and dandruff? Occasionally, I get a lump below the lower abdomen on the right side. A doctor once made me cough and tested, the lump was not formed. But, he said with symptoms it would be a hernia. It follows with mild pain there. Also, at times I feel like I have to give pressure while urinating.

Will there be a symptom of PCOS or endometriosis or any hormonal imbalance? What are the ways to help remove acne scars? Is baking soda a good choice? Or any other home remedy? I apply lemon juice on my face, even baking soda, but nothing is working for the scars. I drink milk twice a day mixing Amul Pro whey protein powder. Does dairy product cause acne? At times I get a burning sensation on my body, especially after afternoon sleep, and also at the back of my neck when my hair touches it. Is that due to severe back acne scars? How can I take care of the diet for the problems concerned? Can you suggest me a good sunscreen for my skin?

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

For acne, take a course of tablet Azithromycin 500 mg daily on three consecutive days in a week for four to six weeks and continue with Benzoyl peroxide 2.5 percent gel on the pimples in the morning and Adapalene gel at night on the pimples. As far as scars are concerned, you can try using Tretinoin 0.05 percent cream on the scars at night. It will not have significant benefit, but you can give it a try. Otherwise you can consider laser treatment, microneedling sessions, or surgical correction for the scars. Besides this, avoid oiling the scalp, keep your face dry, avoid using creams and moisturizers and reduce the intake of sugary foods. Baking soda and lemon juice will not have any effect on acne scars. So, you can stop using them. Dairy products are known to aggravate acne, so reduce their intake.

For dandruff, use a Ketoconazole shampoo every alternate day to start with and then taper slowly once improvement is seen. Along with this, use a good quality conditioner after hair wash and start with tablet Keraglo Eva (gamma Lenolenic acid) once daily for hair fall. This needs to be continued for a minimum of three to four months. I do not think the burning sensation is due to acne scars. You should go for La Shield sunscreen gel over your entire face at intervals of three to four hours during the daytime.

For breast changes and lump, I would recommend you to consult a surgeon as he will be able to guide you better regarding these symptoms. For back pain, consult an orthopedician and for allergy consult an ENT specialist.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney
Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney

Dermatology

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