Acne is the most common skin condition that affects adolescents and teens. It causes pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, cysts, and nodules on the skin of the face, shoulder, back, neck, chest, and arms. Resorcinol, Benzoyl peroxide, Salicylic acid, Sulfur, Tretinoin, or Azelaic acid are used to treat acne depending on its severity.
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I am a 27-year-old male. Is it safe for me to use Tracnil sachet?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 27-year-old male, and my dermatologist prescribed a Tracnil sachet for me. Is it safe to use a Tracnil sachet for men? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I hope you are doing well. I have carefully reviewed the details you provided, and I understand your concern. Tracnil sachet (vitamin D3, folic acid, and myoinositol) is indeed safe and effective for men. Tracnil men is specifically formulated for male use. The ingr... Read Full »
I have back acne, which is not going away. Please suggest a new routine.
Query: Hello doctor, I have back acne, which is not going away. I have been prescribed Dapsone gel and Adapalene. I need a new routine with a good acne wash. My back acne has been here for five years. It consists of small bumps, some blackheads, and just regular acne. I am looking for a good wash and lotio... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. But there are no attached photographs in your message. Kindly send a picture of the affected area to assess the condition and suggest the appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Take care. Read Full »
I am unable to reduce weight and have hormonal acne. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am concerned about a possible hormonal, adrenal, or thyroid issue. My gynecologist and PCP dismissed my symptoms last year, and I cannot see an endocrinologist until two months, but I would like to get healthier sooner. I included my current symptoms, medications, and last week's blo... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your main concerns are that you are not able to lose weight, you have joint pains, edema, acne, cold hands or feet, and mood symptoms like anxiety, mid-afternoon panic attack-like symptoms, and irregular periods with pain during ovulation. From the laborato... Read Full »
I have cystic acne only on right cheek, chin, and neck. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have acne only on the right side of my face in the cheeks, chin, and neck area. I have been diagnosed with cystic acne on my chin and started using Madeca Derma centelian cream since three years. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Acne occurs due to the following as blockage of sebum (oil-producing glands), a surge in hormonal levels at the time of puberty, due to improper skincare, and also associated with menstrual irregularities. Here are some steps you can follow to get rid of acne. Take a he... Read Full »
Why do I have dark spots all over my body?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 31-year-old female with three kids. When I was in my teenage, I developed red bumps which later on turned into acne. Most of the time I scratch them as they are very itchy and the same with insect bites. I have a lot of dark spots now all over my face, buttocks, back of my thighs, ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please answer me the following questions to give more accurate treatment. How long has it been there? Is itching still there? Can you mention any exaggerating and relieving factors? Any area spared? How long have you been breastfeeding? Read Full »
Acne is changing my skin structure. What should I do?
Query: Hi doctor, I have stage two to stage three acne. It is very costly for me to see a dermatologist. My acne is not whiteheads. It is more of swollen red lumps and is changing the structure of my skin. Any advice on anything else I could do? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A pimple occurs due to hormonal issues and oily skin. 1. Do not use hair oil and any sticky cream on the face. 2. Avoid oily food, chocolate, and milk products. 3. Avoid dust. Use a sunscreen (above 30 sun protection factor). 4. Do not rub any cream on the face. ... Read Full »
I have body acne for 10 years. How to treat them?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from body acne since ten years. It is present on my upper arms, shoulders, back and buttocks. I have been using Benzoyl peroxide 5 % since six months. But there has been no effect at all. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Benzoyl peroxide alone is not going to work. Please send the photographs of the affected area to find out the grade of acne and to prescribe you the proper treatment. Read Full »
My periods have been slightly irregular. What may be the reason?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 24-year-old, and I had an ultrasound for the first time today. My periods have been slightly irregular since the last few months and hence I went for a checkup. I am attaching my scan reports for your reference. Kindly guide me. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We will pay close attention to your worries and address all your questions with utmost care. The ultrasound scan report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), which you have posted shows a single follicle dominant, may be in the right ovary. The end... Read Full »
Is it possible to get weird breakout around chin due to change in diet?
Query: Hi doctor,Just recently I have noticed some weird breakouts around my chin area. I am not sure when they started. While I do from time to time experience acne, I do not think what I am experiencing on my chin is not an acne breakout. Because there is no white head or black head present. They are not... Read Full »
Answer: Hi Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed the attached photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and according to me, they are papular lesions of acne. They are not blackheads or whiteheads. I would recommend you to continue with the birth control pill besides applying Benzoyl ... Read Full »
What is the treatment for oily skin with acne and its scars?
Query: Hello doctor, I am having acne and oily skin for the past four years. It comes as hereditary. It leaves spots, scars, and holes on face. This problem appears majorly in humid weather conditions. I am currently on homeopathic treatment. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Acne or pimples is a very common condition seen in the teenage years and early twenties due to the hormonal changes occurring in your body. There is no need to worry about it. Even if it does reduce, the chances are that you may get another bout of acne over your fac... Read Full »
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