HomeAnswersDermatologyacneHow to treat acne?

Please help with my acne as I have no idea about this.

Share

The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.

Answered by

Dr. Suvash Sahu

Medically reviewed by

iCliniq medical review team

Published At May 5, 2016
Reviewed AtDecember 8, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am having something like acne. They are superficial spots and a lot of them are mainly on my forehead, jaw, and chin area. I am suffering from this problem for over a year now. Also, I have clogged pores and blackheads. I visited a doctor before and he said that he would not do anything and transferred me to a dermatologist. I have no idea what to do anymore. I am so upset about this. I feel like I have tried almost everything. Please help.

Answered by Dr. Suvash Sahu

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have seen the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and read the query in detail.

Your problem seems to be acne vulgaris. Acne vulgaris is a common skin concern in adolescents and may sometimes persist in adulthood too. It is a skin disorder involving pilosebaceous follicles or oil glands and is therefore seen to involve areas where oil glands are dense. The face, chest, back, and upper arms are the common sites of involvement. In female, it may also be associated with menses irregularities or PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). You have to do certain dietary restrictions like not taking oily and spicy food, junk food, milk products, and non-vegetarian. Drink lots of water which hydrates your skin and avoid applying hair oil, because it can aggravate your forehead acne. You can use topical antibiotics cream like 1% Clindamycin gel over the pimples in the daytime and topical retinoids like 0.1% Adapalene gel during the night daily for a few months. These topical retinoids gel can slightly irritate your skin. So, it should be used in low quantity. If irritation persists then immediately stop using it. You can use Cutiwash face wash or alcohol and acetone-free cleanser or soft soap twice daily.

The Probable causes

May be hormonal imbalance and PCOS.

Investigations to be done

Hormone profile and ultrasonography of abdomen to rule out PCOS.

Differential diagnosis

Acne vulgaris and Rosacea.

Regarding follow up

Revert back with the investigation reports to a dermatologist online.---> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/dermatologist

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

Dr. Suvash Sahu
Dr. Suvash Sahu

Dermatology

Community Banner Mobile
By subscribing, I agree to iCliniq's Terms & Privacy Policy.

Read answers about:

pcosclindamycinacne

Ask your health query to a doctor online

Dermatology

*guaranteed answer within 4 hours

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. iCliniq privacy policy