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Acne Scars

Acne breakouts can leave behind scars that are raised, shallow or discolored. They are permanent changes that occur on the skin due to a break in the wall of the hair follicle.

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Can Adapalene and Clindamycin gel treat my acne?

Query: Hello doctor,Can Deriva-cms gel be used for both acne treatment and acne scar treatment? Previously, I have used Benzoyl Peroxide for treating acne.Please suggest.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Thanks for the query.Well, a combination of Adapalene and Clindamycin gel can be used for acne treatment, but it has no effect on acne scars. Post-acne scars are of three types: box scars, icepick (pinpoint scars), and rolling scars. Pinpoint scars are difficult to treat...  Read Full »

Why do I get pimples on my back and shoulders?

Query: Hello doctor, I have been developing pimples on the back of shoulders and on shoulders as shown in the photos attached. What could be the reason for this and what are the medications?  Read Full »


Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Acne occurs not only on the face but also on the upper back and chest. It is usually due to the hormonal activity over the oil glands of the body. Your pictures (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) are suggestive of a combination of truncal acne and Pi...  Read Full »

I suffer from acne and acne scars on my face. What to do?

Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from acne bumps on my entire face. I have tried many products to get rid of them, but nothing has helped. I apply very minimal makeup and use coconut oil for makeup removal. I also have a few acne scars. What to do? Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Pimples usually occur due to hormonal issues and oily skin. So, I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below. 1. Do not use hair oil or any sticky cream on your face. 2. Avoid oily food, chocolates, and milk products. 3. Avoid ...  Read Full »

I have got acne scars on my face. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor,I have got acne scars on my face. Recently, I had many pimples on my face, and now they have reduced. But the spots or scars are darker. I even have whiteheads, especially on my nose. I was given Aziderm cream and a gel after consulting a doctor. I was also given some tablets to kill the b...  Read Full »


Dr. Suvash Sahu

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I have examined your picture (attachments removed to protect patient identity). Once the acne lesions heal, they leave acne scars. However, these acne scars heal with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). It is usuall...  Read Full »

Kindly suggest treatment for my persistent chronic severe acne.

Query: Hello doctor, I have struggled with severe acne since I was a child. I am currently in my late 20s and still struggle with it. I have tried different ways to manage my acne, but nothing has worked. I have come to realize that I have really sensitive skin, and I need help with having clear skin once ...  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. Pimple is somewhat hormonal and due to oily skin. I suggest you follow these steps. 1. Do not use hair oil and any sticky cream on the face. 2. Avoid oily food, chocolate, and milk products. 3. Avoid dust an...  Read Full »

Why do I still have severe acne scars despite using medication?

Query: Hello doctor,I am 23 years old and have been suffering from acne for 13 years. My face is covered with acne, especially on the cheeks (right cheek specifically). This acne leaves a brown spot mostly with a visibly enlarged pore. I have been using Benzoyl peroxide face wash and Clindac A ointment and...  Read Full »


Dr. Suvash Sahu

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I can understand your concern. According to the description and photograph (attachments have been removed to protect the patient's identity) provided by you, It seems that you have ice pick scars and rolling types acne scars. Following are the various techniques to tre...  Read Full »

What is the medicine that treat acne scars in upper back?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 31-year-old male. For no reason, my upper back has formed acne in the back of my shoulders and in the mid-upper back. I tried Benzoyl wash, Vanoxide Topical, and Doxycycline. There was no success. I am now using Hibiclens foam wash, Clindamycin and Benzoyl foam, and a Sulfametho...  Read Full »


Dr. Sushil Kakkar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Perhaps it is Pityrosporum folliculitis. It is usually itchy and favors the back, and looks similar to acne. Do they itch in your case? Pityrosporum folliculitis would require oral antifungals. Anyways acne that is unresponsive to usual antiacne medications, oral and...  Read Full »

What remedies will help me overcome breakouts?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 23-year-old, female weighing 196 lbs with a height of 5.8 feet. I have a lot of pimples breakout on my chin and cheeks area. For the solution, I bought 2% Salicylic Acid Serum and have been using it for a month now once a day. For protection from UV rays, I apply sunscreen crea...  Read Full »


Dr. Basti Bharatesh Devendra

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Acne is quite common during this age group due to multiple causes including hormonal. It reduces over time. I suggest you follow the following: 1. Stay calm and cool. 2. Avoid physical and mental stress. 3. Treat dand...  Read Full »

How to treat the scar in my face after a skin infection?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 29 year old male. I developed a skin infection on my face. It is in three places. One on the right corner of forehead, one just near below my right eye and then one just below my right lip. Symptoms started with some itching and redness. Below my lip some kind of small blisters wer...  Read Full »


Dr. Atishay Bukharia

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. What immunological investigation have you undergone? Please upload the reports. How long have you been taking Zanclav (a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid)? Do you have any other sites affected? Is there any problem with sun exposure? Actually, on first ...  Read Full »

Please specify the treatment for acne and its scars.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 17 year old male. I have been suffering from pimples, acne, and scar since two years. I have many black spots on my face. Please help me. What can I do now?  Read Full »


Dr. Chaitra. P

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Acne in this age is a result of overactivity of your oil glands due to hormonal changes. Additionally, manipulating with fingers, application of non-tested home remedies and dandruff can cause bigger acne with infection. You could apply Clindamycin gel twice a day to ...  Read Full »

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