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Will Vitamin C help in clearing post acne marks?
Query: Hello doctor, I have severe hyperpigmentation on my body, specifically around my chest (this may be a result of acne scarring). Is it possible for me to use facial brightening treatments (like Vitamin C) on my body as well? Is there any specific products that work after exfoliation. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Yes, you can use creams or lotions containing hyaluronic acid, Niacinamide, growth factors, vitamin C complex, collagen, retinol complex, squalene, glycolic acid, and azelaic acid for reducing the post-acne pigmentation. For exfoliation, y... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 28 year old male. I am having melasma over the last eight years. I am using Lookbrite cream at night and Melalite and Dermadew lotion in the morning with Suncros sunscreen SPF 26. But when I stop using it, the melasma increases. It becomes more darken on cheeks and nose. Please su... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your question and understood your concern. Melasma can relapse. Therefore, you must continue with a maintenance regime once your melasma clears. I suggest you to use a higher SPF sunscreen like Sebamed sunscreen SPF 50+. In addition I would suggest you to ... Read Full »
Can I switch from Metronidazole to Soolantra cream for rosacea?
Query: Hello doctor, I live in a tropical country, where the exposure to the sun is too much. My skin used to be fair before moving to this country. Back in my country, I used to never go out in the sun. After I moved here, my skin is burnt. It was red at first, and then the blood vessels were visible. I s... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Indeed your images (attachment removed to protect patient identity) are more in favor of acne rosacea.This is a chronic and recurrent condition characterized by erythema with flushing sensation, predominantly affecting the cheeks. The management of rosacea needs to be hol... Read Full »
There are pigmentation points on cheeks during pregnancy. Kindly advise.
Query: Hello doctor, The patient is my wife. She is 30. She is seven months pregnant. This is the second pregnancy. She complains of pigmentation points on cheeks and hair loss increased as pregnancy is progressing. Her diet is alright. Endocrine reports are fine. Face pigmentation and hair loss is causing... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I suggest her to use a broad spectrum sunscreen such as Sunstop 30 or Suncros soft sunscreen. Reapply every two to three hours throughout the day. At night, she m... Read Full »
Why am I having pimples on my face for the last two years?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 18 years old and I am having pimples for the past two years. Please suggest treatment. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. For acne, I suggest you can take 1) Azithromycin 500 mg thrice a week and repeat the medicine the next week. So, you take six tablets in two weeks. This tablet is to be taken half hour before breakfast. 2) Saslic face wash (Salicylic acid 1 %) twice daily. 3) Apply ... Read Full »
Which topical medication best suits acne and acne marks?
Query: Hello doctor,I had acne. It has gone now, but it left some marks. What should I do to clear it? And what should I use on the active acne? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the image you have uploaded (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Currently, you have quite a few active acne lesions, along with some spots from the previous acne. So I will suggest you take an oral antibiotic course for a month to reduce the ... Read Full »
How to treat hyperpigmentation caused due to acne scars?
Query: What's up, doc? My question is that must you apply a moisturizer before a sunblock that ALSO claims to provide moisture? And what ingredients should one look for to treat hyperpigmentation due to acne scars? And in WHAT sort of products like A vitamin C Serum or a Vitamin C Cream? And how does one ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, welcome to icliniq, If you have very dry skin you can apply a noncomedogenic moisturiser before applying a sunscreen, or if you have oily skin, there is no need, sunscreen will suffice. Sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes before going outside, for maximum benefit. To treat hyperpigmentatio... Read Full »
How to treat acne and drak spots in oily skin?
Query: Hello doctor, I have acne and oily skin with very bad acne scars and dark spots all over the face. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If possible provide me photographs of the affected areas which will help me for better understanding of your skin problem and proper treatment plan. Photographs are required for diagnosis purpose because the treatment given without proper diagnosis can be less helpful o... Read Full »
I am getting lumps in both armpits. Are these lumps serious?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 22 year old female. I am getting lumps in my armpits and they are painful. I sweat a lot. I have dark underarms and it is itching too. Are these lumps something serious? Should I consult a doctor? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query in detail and viewed the attached picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and do understand your concern. Read Full »
Please suggest chemical peels for rosacea.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 29 year old male. My height is 5'5", and weight is 69 kg. I have been suffering from acne, redness and often small, red, pus-filled bumps on my face since I am 14. I visited a lot of dermatologists, but they never able to identify the reason. I have got prescriptions and that never... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Rosacea is a condition which may get aggravates during season change, temperature change, exercise, alcohol and stress. In rosacea, skin becomes very sensitive, and you cannot apply for any other medicines. As you said treatment prescribed by the previous doctor worked fo... Read Full »