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How To Get Rid Of Acne Scars And Get White Skin?
sir, I take lot of water daily, i don't take junk food, my oil skin is getting dull, there are acnes, dark marks(caused by acnes) and acne scares(pits or holes), i am scaring that my face may become ugly, how can get out of all these problems? , my friends are saying acne scares(pits or holes) can not be cured, please tell me can i free from acne scares, acnes and black marks and how to get white skin? please help me.......
Mon, 2 Dec 2013
Hi, u
I understand your concern regarding your skin problem.
You have various issues . See firstly I would like you to know that all these things are essentially treatable in nature.
There are various treatment options available for acne, acne scars and for pigmentation of the face.
We have various oral and topical drugs for the same.
You should see a nearby dermatologist and get your skin assessed and treated.
Avoid all oily creams over the face since your skin is oily.
Use a sunscreen regularly before going out in the sun.
Eat lots of fresh fruits especially citrus fruits.
Hope it helps
Dr Geetika Paul
I understand your concern regarding your skin problem.
You have various issues . See firstly I would like you to know that all these things are essentially treatable in nature.
There are various treatment options available for acne, acne scars and for pigmentation of the face.
We have various oral and topical drugs for the same.
You should see a nearby dermatologist and get your skin assessed and treated.
Avoid all oily creams over the face since your skin is oily.
Use a sunscreen regularly before going out in the sun.
Eat lots of fresh fruits especially citrus fruits.
Hope it helps
Dr Geetika Paul
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Hi. Thanks for writing in to HCM
Acne and acne scars and post acne hyperpigmentation (PAH) often coexist in a patient of acne.
The main aim is to first treat active acne so that they don't give rise to further Scars and PAH, later on we can take care of PAH and scars.
I would suggest that you consult a dermatologist who would prescribe you oral antibiotics like doxycycline, azithromycin or minocycline for your active acne.
Use of topical anti-acne gels like clindamycin or benzoyl peroxide daily will help to control active acne in addition to oral medication.
Topical retinoids like tretinoin, adapalene, aziderm used once daily at night time not only help active acne but also improve PAH.
Once your acne activity is controlled then your dermatologist would like to discuss with you various treatment modalities for scars and pits. Acne pits and scars can be improved by surgical modalities like dermabrasion, chemical peeling, fractional CO2 laser, dermaroller etc.
take care
regards
Dr. kakkar
Acne and acne scars and post acne hyperpigmentation (PAH) often coexist in a patient of acne.
The main aim is to first treat active acne so that they don't give rise to further Scars and PAH, later on we can take care of PAH and scars.
I would suggest that you consult a dermatologist who would prescribe you oral antibiotics like doxycycline, azithromycin or minocycline for your active acne.
Use of topical anti-acne gels like clindamycin or benzoyl peroxide daily will help to control active acne in addition to oral medication.
Topical retinoids like tretinoin, adapalene, aziderm used once daily at night time not only help active acne but also improve PAH.
Once your acne activity is controlled then your dermatologist would like to discuss with you various treatment modalities for scars and pits. Acne pits and scars can be improved by surgical modalities like dermabrasion, chemical peeling, fractional CO2 laser, dermaroller etc.
take care
regards
Dr. kakkar
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