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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 »
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 »
I have back acne, which is not going away. Please suggest a new routine.
Query: Hello doctor, I have back acne, which is not going away. I have been prescribed Dapsone gel and Adapalene. I need a new routine with a good acne wash. My back acne has been here for five years. It consists of small bumps, some blackheads, and just regular acne. I am looking for a good wash and lotio... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. But there are no attached photographs in your message. Kindly send a picture of the affected area to assess the condition and suggest the appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Take care. Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have a rash on my body that initially started on my legs. It has now spread to my back, arms, hand, and face. The rash appeared as small white bumps a few days ago. I went to the doctor, and they diagnosed it as an allergic reaction. I was prescribed antihistamine and steroid tablets,... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. I have reviewed the images (attachments removed to protect patient's identity). This could potentially be a viral exanthem. Could you please let me know if it is itchy? When did the rash initially start? Have you experienced any recent illness?... Read Full »
What is the cause of the itchiness in my upper right arm?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a male, 70 years old with worsening skin eruptions, on upper right arm, and across the chest. It has also moved to the neck and jaw area. Extreme itchiness, which increases late at night, early morning. I have some photos. Unknown cause. Have tried some topicals, but no improveme... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your concern may be Pityrosporum folliculitis or Miliria rubra or cholinergic urticaria, atopic dermatitis. You can try Levocetirizine 10 mg any brand tablet once daily bedtime and Loratidine 10... Read Full »