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Which Topical Ointment Can Be Used For Pimples On Body?

Hi. I m starting to get large pimples on all sorts of parts of my body. The most painful and largest, is near my crotch area. It feels like several pimples formed into one giant pimple. It is now becoming painful to walk straight. Any topical ointment or anything that I may be able to use to make this go away, or at least reduce in size until I can see a doctor?
Wed, 4 Dec 2013
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Hi,

Acne or pimples are youth related problem and is not a disease per say. I can understand your concern of acne or pimples. You have not mentioned your age, sex and occupation along with marital status.

You can use clindamycin or clarithromycin 1% for topical gel application. There is no harm in using it. Clindamycin and clarithromycin gel are topical antibiotic gel and do not cause any side effects. This do not cause side effects in any age group so can be used very safely.

As a mainstay you need certain oral treatments depending on grade of acne. Do not take any other medications as can cause side effects in future and further complications.
Take care.
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Which Topical Ointment Can Be Used For Pimples On Body?

Hi, Acne or pimples are youth related problem and is not a disease per say. I can understand your concern of acne or pimples. You have not mentioned your age, sex and occupation along with marital status. You can use clindamycin or clarithromycin 1% for topical gel application. There is no harm in using it. Clindamycin and clarithromycin gel are topical antibiotic gel and do not cause any side effects. This do not cause side effects in any age group so can be used very safely. As a mainstay you need certain oral treatments depending on grade of acne. Do not take any other medications as can cause side effects in future and further complications. Take care.