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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 »
My skin is oily and acne-prone despite diet modification. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a sensitive and oily skin. I used to have a really bad acne. After a lot of research, I finally found out what was best for me. I use a facial wash, toner, and acne cream of a reputed brand and Tea Tree deep cleansing facial mask. I use a hydrating and exfoliating face wash of ano... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! From your description and pictures provided (attachments removed to protect patient privacy), it seems your active acne has reduced a lot, and your main concern is oily skin and acne scars. Acne is a chronic problem; it has a varia... Read Full »
Please suggest skin creams for my oily skin.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25 year old boy and my face is very oily during summer while in winters it is quite dry. In summers, a lot of oil pops out with white heads on my face. Even a short-term sun exposure tans my skin. I am also suffering from the problem of dark spots. Kindly suggest a face wash, su... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Ahaglow (alpha hydroxy acid) face wash can be used to wash the face. La shieldsunscreen can be used in the morning as it is non-comedogenic. Please upload an image of your face, so that depending on the skin type, pigmentation, and acne, medications can be suggested. Read Full »
My right cheek has swollen with painless, sticky boils. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 33 years old. My right cheek is swollen with boils for more than ten days. There is no pain but it feels sticky all over my face. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Our skin has many sweat and sebaceous glands. The sebaceous glands secret sebum which keep our skin oily. It is necessary for the integrity of the skin. But excessive secretion makes our skin oily and sticky. Often dust p... Read Full »
How can I treat my wrinkled skin and black marks on my head?
Query: Hello doctor,I have oily, uneven, and somewhat wrinkled skin. I have several pores and a black mark on my head. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Skin pigmentation means the darkness of the skin and is the side effect of excessive sunlight exposure. Indian skin is very prone to get tan. I suggest you follow: 1. Avoid direct sunlight exposure as much as you c... Read Full »
What can be done to cure pimples?
Query: Hello doctor, I have developed many pimple marks on my face. My face mostly remains oily. Pimples still appear on my face at the age of 22. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Can you please upload a few pictures if possible to advice proper treatment? Read Full »
My acne is increasing due to hotter temperatures. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, I have experienced acne in the past, but here it is getting hotter. Therefore I realized I get more spots. I do not wear makeup in the summer and deep cleanse my face every other day. What could I do to stop it, and what is causing this? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Pimple is somewhat hormonal and due to oily skin. I suggest you take the following steps: 1. Do not use hair oil and any sticky cream on your face. 2. Avoid oily food, chocolate, and milk products. 3. Avoid dust, use sunscreen (above ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I used to have very clear, oily skin, but over the past month, I have noticed a few painful pimples with white pus resembling a nail. I consulted with doctors but did not see any improvement..The pimples have now disappeared, but dark black spots remain on my skin. I am getting marrie... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I have seen your picture (picture hidden to protect the identity of the patient). Acne is a chronic problem, it has a variable course with medication and requires regular follow-up and long treatment. It usually occurs up to the age o... Read Full »
I have an oily skin with occasional breakouts and pimple scars. What products should I use?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old with normal to oily skin and I use only soap. Recently I came to know about facewashes, scrubs, and moisturizers. Are they necessary? I used to have occasional breakouts and have never been free of pimples or scars from previous pimples. I would like to get rid of th... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq and thank you for choosing us as your provider for medical care. You have active pimples as of now. Facewashes, scrubs, soaps, etc can only help you partly. You can continue using the facewash. Apart from that you will have to use some anti-acne preparations to reduce you... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor,I have had acne all over my face and greasy skin for three months. What should I do to get rid of it? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. However, there are no photographs attached to your query. Because various types of acne require different treatments, therefore, please share the photos of the affected area so we can assess the condition and recommend the best diagnosis an... Read Full »