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Suggest Treatment For Acne, Pimples And Open Pores On The Face
I have acne, pimple and their scars on my face and open pores too. And I also have pimples and pimple scars all over my back. I have started using lacto calamine lotion couple of days back. Is this lotion works If not then give me some alternate which clears my face by making it clear and fairer and also pimple free back.
Thu, 5 Dec 2019
Hi,
Based on the history you have shared, Lacto calamine can help with itching but will not be able to help with the acne itself except it will help you to decrease scratching for the urge of the itching and thus infecting the already present acne.
However, you may need oral Doxycycline as well as topical one along with oral antihistamines like cetirizine. If rash persists you can get a dermatologist review for further help.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
Based on the history you have shared, Lacto calamine can help with itching but will not be able to help with the acne itself except it will help you to decrease scratching for the urge of the itching and thus infecting the already present acne.
However, you may need oral Doxycycline as well as topical one along with oral antihistamines like cetirizine. If rash persists you can get a dermatologist review for further help.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
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