
Hi Doctor, I Have Very Painful Acne .

Question: Hi Doctor, i have very painful acne.
Brief Answer:
Regarding acne
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service.
I have reviewed your query and noted your concern.
You seem to have inflammatory acne. Kindly upload a photo of the acne so that I am better able to help.
I suggest you to take an oral antiacne antibiotic e.g either Doxycycline 100 mg or Minocycline 100mg for 3-4 weeks under doctor's supervision.
In addition I suggest you to apply a topical clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide combination gel ( Clindoxyl gel) on acne. Use a gentle cleanser e.g Cetaphil gentle cleansing lotion, twice daily.
These are all prescription medications.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if you need any more assistance.
Regarding acne
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service.
I have reviewed your query and noted your concern.
You seem to have inflammatory acne. Kindly upload a photo of the acne so that I am better able to help.
I suggest you to take an oral antiacne antibiotic e.g either Doxycycline 100 mg or Minocycline 100mg for 3-4 weeks under doctor's supervision.
In addition I suggest you to apply a topical clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide combination gel ( Clindoxyl gel) on acne. Use a gentle cleanser e.g Cetaphil gentle cleansing lotion, twice daily.
These are all prescription medications.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if you need any more assistance.
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj

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