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Big Painful Pimples On The Forehead, Elevated Temperature. What To Do?
Hello, I really need help! I am 25 year old female. Since the time summer has started, I am getting big cystic pimples on my forehead and cheeks! I usually have 1 or 2 pimples most of the time. But now-a-days they have increased in numbers! I have 5-6 really red huge painful pimples on my forehead which feels really hot when u touch them. its embarrassing. I thought they would go away if I continue my skin care routine, but they are increasing. everyday at least 3 new pimples are showing(huge red angry ones). my body also feels really hot like its running on a higher temperature than normal but I don t have fever . What can I do to reduce these pimples and body heat? Please help!!!
Sat, 30 Mar 2013
Good evening madam,
By reading the history i think you have acne vulgaris. to grade the acne i need to see the pictures. usually acne is due to sebaceous gland over secretions which is under hormonal control. Before treating i should grade so that to decide whether you need any systemic treatment or topical therapy is sufficient. You can take some basic measures like wash your face in cold water 5 to 6 times daily and apply any powder. ensure that you always keep your face dry. secondly clean your scalp regularly with mild shampoo and do not apply any oil to your scalp. further by looking at picture we can decide future course of therapy
By reading the history i think you have acne vulgaris. to grade the acne i need to see the pictures. usually acne is due to sebaceous gland over secretions which is under hormonal control. Before treating i should grade so that to decide whether you need any systemic treatment or topical therapy is sufficient. You can take some basic measures like wash your face in cold water 5 to 6 times daily and apply any powder. ensure that you always keep your face dry. secondly clean your scalp regularly with mild shampoo and do not apply any oil to your scalp. further by looking at picture we can decide future course of therapy
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Hi Sahana,
Thanks for writing in.
The condition can be periporitis ,acne vulgaris,folliculitis etc.
A 3-5 day course of oral antibiotic like azithromycin and topical antibiotic cream like clindamycin /fusidic acid will be helpful .
A visit to dermatologist will be helpful for confirmation of diagnosis and treatment.
Hope this helps.
Regards
DrSudarshan
Thanks for writing in.
The condition can be periporitis ,acne vulgaris,folliculitis etc.
A 3-5 day course of oral antibiotic like azithromycin and topical antibiotic cream like clindamycin /fusidic acid will be helpful .
A visit to dermatologist will be helpful for confirmation of diagnosis and treatment.
Hope this helps.
Regards
DrSudarshan
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