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Suggest Treatment For Scars Due To Pimples
hey i really need your help. i got 2 pimples in my cheek and i got sad and tried to check online. i found toothpaste is the easy one i applied it on my pimples let it keep for overnight. when i woke up in the morning it was really red. i got scared i didn t know what to do. again i checked on the internet and i found benzoyl peroxide i went CVS and bought it. according to instruction i used it on my pimples. now pimples is gone but i have really big scar and it seemed to be burn. my cheek is cover with this big scar and it seemed to be burn. now i dont understand what to do? should i keep on using benzoyl peroxide or stop it. it seems so bad i cant go out and in the day time i am using concealer to cover this big scar. please help me what i should do? i am stressed out with this scar. it happened just 4 days ago. thank you!
Wed, 25 Nov 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have scars due to pimples which is because sebaceous gland under the hair follicle , when sebum get accumulated in clogged duct of sebaceous gland along with dead skin and bacteria they produce acne. You can go for home remedy as well. Apply mashed potatoes. I would suggest you to Wash you face 2-3 times a day with mild soap and warm water to prevent the accumulation of oil ,dust and bacteria on your face. You should avoid benzoyl peroxide for time being. Apply vitamin E oil at night. Don't pick or touch acne. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables ,also drink plenty of water. If acne still persists consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe ointments containing clindamycin, azelaic acid or retinoids. Sometimes doctor may also prescribe antibiotics.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have scars due to pimples which is because sebaceous gland under the hair follicle , when sebum get accumulated in clogged duct of sebaceous gland along with dead skin and bacteria they produce acne. You can go for home remedy as well. Apply mashed potatoes. I would suggest you to Wash you face 2-3 times a day with mild soap and warm water to prevent the accumulation of oil ,dust and bacteria on your face. You should avoid benzoyl peroxide for time being. Apply vitamin E oil at night. Don't pick or touch acne. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables ,also drink plenty of water. If acne still persists consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe ointments containing clindamycin, azelaic acid or retinoids. Sometimes doctor may also prescribe antibiotics.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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