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[b0hemianl0ve]

Hello all. After reading the lengthy thread about fungus, I'm beginning to think this is maybe what I'm suffering from but I have a few questions:

I've had these bumps on my chin and forehead for TWO YEARS now, is it possible for a fungus to last this long?
I've tried tons of AHAs, BHAs, BCPs, and Retinoids and still these bumps never come to a head. I'm currently using Ziana every other night so:

Should I try using Tea Tree Oil or a Shampoo like H&S?

How should I incorporate this in my routine?

How long should I use it before deciding if its effective or not?

Thanks all! : )

[akko]

Hi,

Yes a fungus can definitely last that long. You have fungus (yeast) naturally occurring on your skin at all times- it's when it starts to grow out of control that it becomes a problem like dandruff or folliculitis.

I didn't find tea tree to work for me, but Nizoral and H&S(classic clean) did. You incorporate either one of them into your routine as a cleanser- lather up the affected area, let it sit for 3-5 minutes, then rinse, using your regular cleanser for the rest of your face. You should start to see good results after a week or two of using it twice a day.

Good luck!

Edited by akko, 24 September 2010 - 10:53 AM.

[b0hemianl0ve]

Thanks! I purchased Nizoral a few days ago. Been using it in the shower at night..going to give it a week or two to see if it yields any results.

[alexvsacne]

Thanks! I purchased Nizoral a few days ago. Been using it in the shower at night..going to give it a week or two to see if it yields any results.

I know it's been almost a year since you wrote this, but what were the results of nizoral?