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I am seeking advice on treatment for past acne scars.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 27 years old, with a height of 5 feet 4 inches, and weigh 110 pounds. I suffer from acne and scars. Presently, there is no active acne, and I am not using any medication. I have a history of recurring acne, leaving black scars, persisting for the past five years. Kindly guide. Tha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I have reviewed the details you provided (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) and understand your concern about post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or dark spots after acne. This occurs due to inflam... Read Full »
I have a prominent scar that affects my self-confidence. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32-year-old male with a prominent scar on my face that I got around two years ago as a result of a pimple on my nose. The scar is still visibly black and large, and it is affecting my self-confidence. I am looking for effective ways to remove this scar and prevent any future occ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concerns. The appearance of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, which is the dark spot that appears once the inflammation of acne calms down, is due to the excessive release of melanin in the affected area post-inflammation. The da... Read Full »
I have a lot of acne and acne scars on my face. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old female. I have a lot of acne and scars on my face. What kind of skin care should I follow to prevent acne and remove scars on my face? Is there any procedure or product I should avoid or stay away from to prevent acne from worsening? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I have gone through the details you have provided, and I do understand your concern. Acne and post-acne scars are usually due to multiple reasons, including hormonal fluctuations, genetic susceptibility, due to changes in diet, use of skin care products, and a few med... Read Full »
What could be the effect of air pollution on my skin?
Query: Hello doctor, I am concerned about the effects of air pollution on my skin. Can you provide guidance on skincare routines or specific products that can help protect and cleanse the skin from the effects of air pollution? Additionally, are there recommended practices or ingredients to consider in a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hope you are doing well. I have gone through your query and I do understand your concern. Air pollution causes a number of skin conditions, namely: 1. Acne ranges from mild to severe acne, which includes blackheads, whiteheads, pus-containing acne, and so on. 2. ... Read Full »
How should I determine my skin type?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old female. I have been experiencing some skin-related concerns. How can I determine my specific skin type (e.g., oily, dry, combination, sensitive)? What should a basic daily skincare routine include? With so many skincare products available in the market, how can I c... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hope you are doing well. I have gone through your query and I do understand your concern. To determine your skin type, I will be giving you a few tips: 1. Oily Skin: Your skin would be considered oily, if there is excessive secretion or presence of oil or greasin... Read Full »
How do I get rid of my chin's hard, painful, and severe cystic acne?
Query: Hi doctor, I am in my mid-twenties, and I eat carbohydrate-rich foods. Also, I have polycystic ovarian cysts. I noticed severe cystic acne on my chin which is hard and painful that occurred suddenly. What is causing it? How can I treat them? Kindly give your suggestions. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. According to the history and image provided, it looks like acne vulgaris grade 4 (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Acne appears due to multiple factors, including hormonal changes, climate c... Read Full »
Can I use a face wash for acne if I take steroids for lupus?
Query: Hi doctor,I have had a lot of pimples erupting recently, and I noticed a burn on my face below my mouth after I tried using a facial cleanser. Also, I have lupus, and I take steroids for the same. This is the first time that I have noticed a lot of pimples on my face. What to do?Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. According to your history and the image, it appears like allergic contact dermatitis (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). They appear as red, inflamed areas with scaling, dryness, and exfoliation... Read Full »
I have pimples that do not go away even after applying aloe vera and ice. How to treat them?
Query: Hi doctor,I have had pimples for the last 20 days, I applied aloe vera plant and ice, but it does not work. How to remove the pimples and acne on my face? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Having gone through the history and image provided from your end (attachment removed to protect patient's identity), it is acne vulgaris. Acne is caused it multiple reasons, including genetic susceptibility, wherein there is a transmission... Read Full »
I started popping my pimples, due to which my face has become bumpy and scarred. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I used to have clear skin. Then, I moved to another city and was super stressed, and now my face is bumpy and scarred because I started popping my pimples. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. As you have mentioned, picking acne or skin causes scarring, which usually heals better with medical procedures than topical medications. However, combining medications and procedures would be the ideal way to red... Read Full »
I am 28 years old and have a pimple near the right side of my nose. Please suggest something.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 28 years old, and my height is 5 feet 2 inches. I have a pimple near my right nose below the eyes. I do not know whether it has pus discharge or not. What should I do next? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I reviewed the information provided and the attached images (attachment removed to protect patient's identity). The white spots on the right side of your nose and the ones close to your eye are called milia. It is a common skin condition among individuals with slight... Read Full »