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What Causes Sudden Acne On Face And Neck Of An Elderly Woman?

Hi, I m a 59 year old woman who experiencing an onset of facial break outs! Mainly my neck, temples and forehead area is being affected. As a teenager I never experienced acne other than an occasional pimple here and there. I was very fortunate. In my 30 s I started experiencing adult acne and was on Tetracycline for several years and then was on Acutane for a month until I had an allergic reaction to it. Once I discontinued it my face cleared up and I haven t had a problem until now. Any suggestions? Be
Thu, 11 Feb 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain Acne can occur due to a number of causes like oily skin, hormonal imbalances, bacterial infection, inflammation, , clogged pores etc..
As you already had Acne in the past it seems to be a recurring episodes of the same..
I would suggest you to start washing your face with Salicylic acid containing facewash..
You can apply a combination of ointments or gels containing Benzoyl Peroxide and Clindamycin..
You can also do cool compresses over the face..
Exfoliate your skin twice a week..
Avoid oily food and take more of green leafy vegetables and fruits..
You can limit sun exposure and always apply sunscreen lotion when exposed to sun..
You can also consult a Dentist in case if you don't improve and he can advise antibiotics like Clindamycin or Minocycline..
Treatment like Microdermabrasion and chemical peeling can also be advised..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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What Causes Sudden Acne On Face And Neck Of An Elderly Woman?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain Acne can occur due to a number of causes like oily skin, hormonal imbalances, bacterial infection, inflammation, , clogged pores etc.. As you already had Acne in the past it seems to be a recurring episodes of the same.. I would suggest you to start washing your face with Salicylic acid containing facewash.. You can apply a combination of ointments or gels containing Benzoyl Peroxide and Clindamycin.. You can also do cool compresses over the face.. Exfoliate your skin twice a week.. Avoid oily food and take more of green leafy vegetables and fruits.. You can limit sun exposure and always apply sunscreen lotion when exposed to sun.. You can also consult a Dentist in case if you don t improve and he can advise antibiotics like Clindamycin or Minocycline.. Treatment like Microdermabrasion and chemical peeling can also be advised.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.