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Query: Hi doctor, I am concerned about the things on my face and I am not sure if it is due to acne or razor bumps. I have had them since the time I shaved my face and it looks like acne. How to know the difference and what are the natural ways to cure it? Should I use products for oily or dry face? Kindl... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for choosing us as your provider for medical care. I read your query and from the given picture (image removed to protect the patient’s identity), it seems to be forehead acne. Acne vulgaris is a common skin problem in adolescents and adulthood it involves... Read Full »
I have bumps that are hard and painful to pop on the back of my arms. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I have bumps on the back of my arms and have no idea how to get rid of them. They are pimple-like, but really hard and painful to pop. I have had them for years since I was a teenager. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. With your descriptions, it seems either you have Keratosis pilaris (KP) or Acne vulgaris. It can be confirmed if you revert with a picture. Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a genetic disorder of keratinization of hair follic... Read Full »
I have had black spots of pimples on my face for two years. I want a quick treatment. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have had black spots of pimples on my face for two years. I want a quick treatment. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Acne Vulgaris is a common skin problem in adolescents and in adulthood. It involves pilosebaceous follicles or oil glands and is therefore seen to involve areas where oil glands are dense like the face, chest, back, and upper arms are co... Read Full »
I have red dry circular patches on my thighs and calves that do not itch. What could it be?
Query: Hi doctor, I have red dry circular patches all over my thighs and calves. They do not itch, nor do they go away. Please let me know what you think it is. Is there some way that I can get rid of it fast as I am going on vacation soon? I have had them for a few months now. I have taken Prozac 20 mg da... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. I have reviewed your picture (attachments removed to protect patient privacy). It seems you have pityriasis rosea or rosea from drug eruptions. Pityriasis rosea (PR) is a self-limiting eruption, which means it will sub... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have been getting recurring hard red bumps along my temples for the past two years. They look like acne but do not react to the acne treatment. They are incredibly stubborn and never subside. They occasionally have a tiny whitehead at the top but are usually closed comedones. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to iclinq.com. I can understand your concern. Acne Vulgaris is a common skin problem in adolescents and in adulthood. It involves pilosebaceous follicles or oil glands and therefore is seen to involve areas where oil glands are dense like the face, chest, back, and upper arms. In your... Read Full »
I have been having acne and pimples for the last four years despite many treatments. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been having acne and pimples for the last four years. I have tried every single way to stop it and I have also consulted the doctor for treatment but still, there are no positive changes so I want you to help me. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome you to icliniq.com. I have seen your query and concern and examined your picture (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Acne vulgaris is a common skin problem in adolescents and in adulthood. It involves pilosebaceous follicles or oil glands and is therefore seen to... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am almost 18 years old. I have been struggling with acne for about eight years now. I have tried many different types of face washes and topical treatments. I have gone to the dermatologist, and they prescribed me a face wash with Benzoyl Peroxide and lotion with acne treatment in i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. Acne Vulgaris is a common skin problem in adolescents and adulthood it involves pilosebaceous follicles or oil glands and is therefore seen to involve areas where oil glands are dense like the face, chest, back, and u... Read Full »
I am a 28-year-old female experiencing acne with solid sebaceous plugs. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 28-year-old female, weighing 154 lbs. I am experiencing acne with solid sebaceous plugs. I have combination skin. Please give some permanent solutions. Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I have examined your picture (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) and it seems you have developed acne vulgaris. It is a common skin problem in adolescents and in adulthood, it involves pilosebaceous follicles or oil gl... Read Full »
I have a predisposition for body acne and it got worse from weightlifting. What is the cause?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a predisposition for body acne and it got worse after weightlifting so, I stopped. I was thinking of going back but I did not since I was worried that it would get worse.. What should I do? Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Acne vulgaris is a common skin problem in adolescents. In adulthood, it involves the pilosebaceous follicles or oil glands and is therefore seen to involve areas where oil glands are dense like the face, chest, back, and upper arms which ar... Read Full »
I am an 18-year-old experiencing severe acne. How can I overcome it?
Query: Hello doctor.I am an 18-year-old, 5 feet and 4 inches tall, and weigh roughly 143 pounds. I have severe acne on my chin, around the brow, sides of my cheeks, forehead, and occasionally on my cheeks. For the past three months, I have been taking Tretinoin (Isotrex) gel. It was fine for at least a mon... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You appear to have acne and oily skin. Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition in teenagers and adults. Because it affects pilosebaceous follicles or oil glands, it frequently affects areas with a high density of oil glands, such as the face, chest, back, and upper ar... Read Full »