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Having Acne All Over Back. Have Ichthyosis From Birth. Depressed. Treatment?

Hi I have never had any acne but at thirty two i have acne all over my back. As a single man I can't put products on my back. I have ichthyosis since birth so have to be careful if you have treatment's for that it would be useful as I was told I had eczema till I was 28, I can't date because of these conditions and getting very depressed. I can't seem to get help in Northern Ireland.
Please help
Tue, 14 May 2013
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Hi, thanks for your query.
I understand your concern regarding your skin but don't feel depressed as it will aggravate the condition. Acne can occur at this age because of hormonal imbalance.Don't worry it can be controlled with treatment.

For acne since you can not use creams you may take oral medication and salicylic peels under the consultation of a dermatologist.

For icthyosis and eczema
-first and foremost is to keep your body well hydrated with emollient creams
-drink 2-3 litre of water in a day
-avoid hot water bath
-use mild soap free cleansers
-take a well balanced diet rich in green vegetables and fruits.

Hope this helps you.
All the best
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Having Acne All Over Back. Have Ichthyosis From Birth. Depressed. Treatment?

Hi, thanks for your query. I understand your concern regarding your skin but don t feel depressed as it will aggravate the condition. Acne can occur at this age because of hormonal imbalance.Don t worry it can be controlled with treatment. For acne since you can not use creams you may take oral medication and salicylic peels under the consultation of a dermatologist. For icthyosis and eczema -first and foremost is to keep your body well hydrated with emollient creams -drink 2-3 litre of water in a day -avoid hot water bath -use mild soap free cleansers -take a well balanced diet rich in green vegetables and fruits. Hope this helps you. All the best