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Suffering From Acne On Neck, Upper Arms During Periods. Will Steimycin Ointment Help?
HI I am 24 years old and have been suffering from acne since i was 13 years old. For the past couple of years the acne has been confined to my neck but lately i occasionally get a few on my neck and upper arms especially during my menstrual cycle. I recently purchased steimycin ( erythromycin ointment) in my battle against acne. I would really like some advice please
Mon, 5 Nov 2012
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This is an antibiotic - helpful to clear and prevent infection.
In severe acne, the treatment of choice is tretinoin (Retin-A). It is powerful / but also has side effects / should be taken under medical supervision (Dermatologist) / need follow up / gives excellent improvement.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
This is an antibiotic - helpful to clear and prevent infection.
In severe acne, the treatment of choice is tretinoin (Retin-A). It is powerful / but also has side effects / should be taken under medical supervision (Dermatologist) / need follow up / gives excellent improvement.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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