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Suggest Treatment For Acne Problem On Cheeks And Nose
Sir,
a friend of mine is suffering from very acute acne problem particularly on her cheeks and nose. She is also allergic to certain things that she eats(of which i'm not very certain). i would be very thankful to u if u could suggest some ointments and creams which would help solve the problem.
thank you.
a friend of mine is suffering from very acute acne problem particularly on her cheeks and nose. She is also allergic to certain things that she eats(of which i'm not very certain). i would be very thankful to u if u could suggest some ointments and creams which would help solve the problem.
thank you.
Wed, 21 May 2014
Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic,
Acne is due to adolescent hormones and your friend will continue to have it till that hormonal influence is over. You didn't mention his/her age.
Wash the face with a pH balanced face wash, preferably a one containing 1-2% salicylic acid. He may apply a gel containing clindamycin 1% in the morning over pimples and Benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel at night over pimple prone areas. Get these prescribed by his doctor.
Avoid creams on the face. Avoid oil on the scalp. Diet is important. Avoid milk and milk products like cheese, chocolates, sweets, sugary foods and drinks. Eat a lot of fruits rich in vitamin A (anything with lot of color)
Hope this helped
Take care
Welcome to healthcare magic,
Acne is due to adolescent hormones and your friend will continue to have it till that hormonal influence is over. You didn't mention his/her age.
Wash the face with a pH balanced face wash, preferably a one containing 1-2% salicylic acid. He may apply a gel containing clindamycin 1% in the morning over pimples and Benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel at night over pimple prone areas. Get these prescribed by his doctor.
Avoid creams on the face. Avoid oil on the scalp. Diet is important. Avoid milk and milk products like cheese, chocolates, sweets, sugary foods and drinks. Eat a lot of fruits rich in vitamin A (anything with lot of color)
Hope this helped
Take care
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