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Suggest Treatment For Acne On Chest And Back

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Posted on Tue, 28 Apr 2015
Question: I am 55 and have always battled acne on my chest and back. lately the condition shows 1/4 inch size red spots some have little white heads that you can pop. do not itch at all and chest getting better but now on the outer upper arm. All areas wear my shirt rubs.
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Answered by Dr. Geetika Paul (28 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Adult acne,kindly provide pictures

Detailed Answer:
HI

I understand your concern regarding your skin problem and I hope I am able to help you in the same.
You seem to have developed adult acne .
I would like to have a look at the exact skin condition for confirmation of the diagnosis And for assessing the severity of the problem.
Please click some close up pictures of the affected area and upload them here on this page.
Also please tell me what all are you applying over it.
I am sure I will be able to help you better once you provide me with the pictures and the above details.

Dr XXXXXXX Paul
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Suggest Treatment For Acne On Chest And Back

Brief Answer: Adult acne,kindly provide pictures Detailed Answer: HI I understand your concern regarding your skin problem and I hope I am able to help you in the same. You seem to have developed adult acne . I would like to have a look at the exact skin condition for confirmation of the diagnosis And for assessing the severity of the problem. Please click some close up pictures of the affected area and upload them here on this page. Also please tell me what all are you applying over it. I am sure I will be able to help you better once you provide me with the pictures and the above details. Dr XXXXXXX Paul