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There are too many possibilities to determine what is causing that (e.g. irritation, medication, allergy, fungal, bacterial, dermatitis, etc...), so my advice is go to a dermatologist as soon as possi...

Yes you can switch the the 2.5 percent and it should still be effective but since your skin is so dry I would put no topicals on, except for a good moisturizer, for at least 1-2 days to let your skin ...

Depending on the type of medications you have used in the past, it usually takes anywhere from 2 weeks to 2 months to fully restore the acid mantle. Congrats on having no breakouts, but 5 days is too ...

Lasers are typically the mainstay for scar treatment. I would go to a good cosmetic dermatologist and seek advice of which type of laser would be appropriate for you.

Using retin-a after an accutane course is usually normal. You may get an initial breakout, but it is typically temporary. It is possible that you can get an antibiotic (topical or oral) to lessen the ...

Congrats I just moved back to the Bay Area too. Hope the accutane progress goes well for you!

Hi, My dermatologist has given me bactrim ds after being on minocycline on and off for the last couple of years. I do my research like always before I put something in my body and found the horrible ...

Its up to you really. If the BP wash is working for you and not burning your skin then I say stick to what has been working. Congrats on having no pimples for 2-3 months!!!

I dont know, your scars look very minor and I think any treatment may risk making it worse, but that is just my opinion. If you really do want to get rid or minimize thenk appearance of scars, retin-...

Your acne is very severe and I do not believe OTC products can help. Since you mentioned that you cannot take Accutane, what about oral antibiotics, topical antibiotics, and topical retinoids?

Try to bring the medication with you if possible. I know that some doctors can make it difficult to get accutane in the states and other doctors are more lenient, but I think the best option for you i...

Actually retin-a is also prescribed for wrinkles in older people, so I think retin-a will be good for your skin. Just remember to always use sunblock because the excessive sun exposure will definitely...

Yes Seroquel can cause acne. I am a psychologist and I remember this is one of the side effects. Actually most psychotropic meds can cause acne.

Honestly I think your skin looks pretty darn good!! But if you want to improve the appearance of your skin there are always lasers or chemical peels. I would recommend going to a reputable cosmetic de...

Well now that nose looks more red and a little more inflamed then the other pics, so it could be a cyst possibly...its hard to tell just by a picture. But I definitely agree, demand to see a dermatolo...

It looks more like a stubborn papule to me. If it has lingered for that long, I would go to a derm's office and get a cortisone shot for it.

I just had my second purpura vbeam done three days ago (still very nervous about it even though it is my second time), and my question is if it is okay that I am getting a small papule on the site of ...

I think it can be if you overdo it.Right now I am dealing with dilated blood vessels on the upper side of my cheeks, they are minor right now, but I think it was caused by being too aggressive with my...

I took lamictal for two months and had an increase of acne cysts, which I did not get anymore, so I was a bit concerned. I went off the lamictal and no more cysts. Unfortunately most psych medicines h...

Keep going with it because the next couple months of use can significantly change the skin permanently so that you never get acne again or only get mild breakouts less frequently in the future.

Aw thanks y'all =) but idk..:/ I never have normal cute guys hit on me ever. Just way older men who will hit on anything. If even that. ugh virgin and single forever with acne! Oh well I agree wi...

Unfortunately usually scar tissue has a sort of shiny appearence to it

I only have had the laser once, but I found the Menlo Dermatology Medical Group to be very competent. They have a nurse there called Sherry Whitnack and all she does is lasers for the last several yea...

I understand your pain and frustration, but for this type of acne and your psychological issues, you should go to a derm. I know it will be hard at first because of your skin, but once a derm sees you...

Low fat protein could help like chicken, steak, or fish. For the steak and chicken, try to get organic as well. In you may want to try weight lifting, you can add some muscle which will fill your body...