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What is the medicine that treat acne scars in upper back?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 31-year-old male. For no reason, my upper back has formed acne in the back of my shoulders and in the mid-upper back. I tried Benzoyl wash, Vanoxide Topical, and Doxycycline. There was no success. I am now using Hibiclens foam wash, Clindamycin and Benzoyl foam, and a Sulfametho... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Perhaps it is Pityrosporum folliculitis. It is usually itchy and favors the back, and looks similar to acne. Do they itch in your case? Pityrosporum folliculitis would require oral antifungals. Anyways acne that is unresponsive to usual antiacne medications, oral and... Read Full »
How can I enhance my skin post-resurfacing?
Query: Hello doctor, I have started getting Venus Viva skin resurfacing treatment for atrophic acne scars. I will be getting six sessions over the next six months. I want to complement this treatment with a healthy skin care regime. I read that aloe vera gel and certain essential oils such as carrot seed a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern. A resurfacing treatment would leave your skin red and sensitive for a few days till the epidermis regenerates fully. So, you should be judicious in using products which supposedly while aiding skin regeneration are in fact, irritating or c... Read Full »
I have scars and spots on face with hair fall and dry hair. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have scars and spots on face, hair fall and dry hair. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I request you to kindly upload a few images of the affected area on the face so that I can guide you better. You may use Radant lite cream for dark spots. However, for scars, I suggest either chemical peeling or laser resurfacing. Kindly let me know if you have dandruff... Read Full »
Can derma rollers be used by myself for scars?
Query: Hello doctor, I have heard good things and bad things about derma rollers. My question is, are they good for scars? Will they actually help? Also, can I use them myself? Or is it better to get it done by a professional? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Derma rollers are good for certain types of acne scars like rolling type of acne scars (smooth edges of scar). It is not useful for icepick scars and box car type of acne scars. The professional use is usually with a needle length 1.5 mm and higher (4mm). Self-use is... Read Full »
How to reduce acne and its scars in my face?
Query: Hi doctor, I have severe acne in my face. I am using Erytop cream daily at night time for the past three years. Please suggest me a better solution. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Treatment of acne varies according to the severity of the problem. Topical medicines alone are helpful for mild acne. For moderate to severe grade acne, both oral medication and topical treatment are effective. Topical treatment of acne comprises topical antibacterials ... Read Full »