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I am having tiny bumps on my face. Please suggest.
Query: Hello doctor, I have tiny bumps on my face. My face started getting clear of the bumps after my dermatologist built a skincare routine during the summers. But now, I shifted to another city one month ago and I can see tiny bumps all over my face. My skin type is a combination type. I use salicylic g... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. It appears to be comedonal acne (grade 1). Do attach a clinical image to assess lesions for proper guidance and suggestions. Thank you. Read Full »
I have comedonal acne with scars. How can I clear them?
Query: Hello doctor,I have skin prone to comedonal acne, and I have tried numerous products, but they do not seem to work. I have attempted to address this issue by using tools, and they provide temporary relief; however, they often result in scars on my face. Do you have any suggestions to help with this ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Pimples are somewhat hormonal and often related to oily skin. Here are some recommendations: Avoid using hair oil and sticky creams on your face.Steer clear of oily foods, chocolates, and dairy products.Minimize exposure to dust and make sure ... Read Full »
Can I use retinol to clear my cystic acne and comedones?
Query: Hello doctor, I have acne vulgaris. I get cystic acne and have a lot of comedones. I have applied Clindamycin gel and other topical creams on my acne. But after I waxed my face, the acne reappeared and not going away. What should I do? I even started using the Aztec clay mask a few days ago, but I f... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Acne is a going process, and frequent exacerbations are seen due to hormonal changes, periods, stress, fast food, and certain cosmetics. Yes, your lesion at this time may require Isotretinoin (retinoid). Still, ... Read Full »
I have acne scars and pores on my cheeks and forehead. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I have acne scars and pores on my cheeks and forehead. I tried various creams but nothing worked for me. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do understand your concern. It appears to be comedonal acne with inflammatory papules (acne grade 2). I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below. 1. Apply Nadifloxacin (quinoline carboxylic acid) 1 percent cream twice daily for 20 days. 2. Wash your f... Read Full »
My skin is sensitive to products. How can I improve my skin?
Query: Hello doctor, I wanted to ask about what I can do to improve my skin. I feel I have comedonal acne, I do not really get any pimples, but my skin seems to be very reactive with products, and I break out with tiny bumps all over, and they look like closed comedones. I had broke out bumps when I used ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. First, you need to understand you may have frequent outbreaks because they get exacerbated by stress, hormonal changes, periods, certain food items, and cosmetics. Try to avoid multiple cosmetics and exfoliating scrubs as... Read Full »
Why do I have acne, pimples, and skin rashes after taking a bath?
Query: Hello doctor, I have acne, pimples, and skin rashes after taking a bath. Kindly suggest medications for my complaints. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You have grade 1 comedonal acne. I suggest you take the following medications. Use Adapalene-Benzoyl peroxide gel that is to be applied to the acne once at night. Use Benzoyl peroxide face wash. I also suggest you to avoid a frequent intake... Read Full »