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Acne

Acne is the most common skin condition that affects adolescents and teens. It causes pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, cysts, and nodules on the skin of the face, shoulder, back, neck, chest, and arms. Resorcinol, Benzoyl peroxide, Salicylic acid, Sulfur, Tretinoin, or Azelaic acid are used to treat acne depending on its severity.

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I experience pimples each month before my periods. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 21-year-old female with combination skin that is sensitive. I typically experience one to three pimples each month before my periods, but I do not have severe acne. I would like to know which BB (beauty balm) cream suits acne-prone and sensitive skin that will not cause breakouts...  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Applying a hydrating moisturizing cream for sensitive skin as a treatment for acne-prone faces. Pimples are somewhat hormonal and due to oily skin. I suggest you follow a few guidelines:Do not use hair oil or any sticky cream on your face.Avoid...  Read Full »

I feel like my acne is being pinched whenever I am stressed. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I have mild to severe acne. Two days ago I put salicylic acid astringent on it and let the cotton ball sit for a few minutes. Afterward, the following two days, whenever I was stressed, the acne felt like it was being pinched, feeling similar to a headache except it only lasted for a few ...  Read Full »


Dr. Suvash Sahu

Answer: Hi. Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query and concern. I examined your pictures (attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity). With your descriptions and given picture, it seems you have mild acne at present. Acne vulgaris is a common skin problem in adolescents and in adul...  Read Full »

What are the best medications to treat pimples?

Query: Hello doctor,I have skin problems on my nose, there is a big pimple which is red and swollen. Also, on my hand, there are some round white patches. I also get a lot of heat boils (yellow in color) on my body. I have shared the pictures. Kindly refer some ointments and tablets for the cure.  Read Full »


Dr. G. S. S. Sandeep

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). We will use one thing at a time to minimize complications. Acne on your nose is termed acne rosacea. Start Minoz (Minocycline) OD 65 mg once daily at bedtime for 30 days and La Sheild sunscreen ...  Read Full »

I am a 22-year-old who developed cystic acne last year and I am left with scars and big pimples on my face. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am 22-year-old and I have always had perfect skin but last year I developed cystic acne and I am left with scars and big pimples on my face. They do not seem to go away even after trying everything such as vitamin A creams, lasers, etc. I use extremely good skincare products but I ...  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Pimples are somewhat hormonal and due to oily skin. I suggest you take the following steps: 1. Do not use hair oil and any sticky cream on your face. 2. Avoid oily food, chocolate, and milk products. 3. Avoid dust, and use sunscreen ...  Read Full »

Could my acne be caused by hormone changes?

Query: Hello doctor, I had this acne situation for the past three months. I am not sure of the cause. It started from the side jawline till the cheeks, and it got worse. I tried Benzoyl peroxide and it only helps to control but does not get well, and the skin got dried. Is it a hormonal change? What can I...  Read Full »


Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Acne along the jawline and lower face can indeed be an indicator of hormonal imbalance. Do you have any menstrual irregularities, or facial hair growth or recent weight gain? I would appreciate if you send me the photograph to assess the severity and nature of your a...  Read Full »

I am a 27-year-old male. Is it safe for me to use Tracnil sachet?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 27-year-old male, and my dermatologist prescribed a Tracnil sachet for me. Is it safe for men to use a Tracnil sachet? Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I hope you are doing well. I have carefully reviewed the details you provided, and I understand your concern. Tracnil sachet (vitamin D3, folic acid, and myoinositol) is indeed safe and effective for men. Tracnil men is specifically formulated for male use. The ingr...  Read Full »

I have moderate acne problems. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I have moderate acne problems. And for the past year, I have been using acne medications morning and evening. Yet my acne problem still occurs. It gets worse. It starts to turn red and pops up. I have been doing everything right. What is the issue? Please help. Thanks.  Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The pimple is somewhat hormonal and due to oily skin. Do not use hair oil and any sticky cream on your face. Avoid oily food, chocolates, and milk products. Avoid dust and use sunscreen. Do not rub any cream on your face. Do not ...  Read Full »

I have acne. Is it safe to use Pantoprazole with Cutein?

Query: Hello doctor, I have acne for around five years. Now I am using Cutein tablets. I suddenly got a burning sensation in my stomach. So, now I am using Pantoprazole tablets along with Cutein. Is that effective or injurious?  Read Full »


Dr. Mohammed Parvez

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cutein tablet contains Iron as one of the ingredients, along with some other vitamins. The iron tablets can give increased acid in the stomach and indigestion. But, if you take both Cutein and Pantoprazole tablets together, the iron will not get absorbed. Therefore, fir...  Read Full »

I have acne and breakout after using a sunscreen. Please suggest.

Query: Hello doctor,I have been having breakouts on my face after using a sunscreen cushion product recently. I do not know why it became like this and I got so many acnes and pores around my forehead and cheeks. How do I get rid of this acne, I got them a few days after using a sunscreen cushion product ...  Read Full »


Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Regarding your symptoms, you have developed acne vulgaris due to an allergic reaction to cosmetic products. I suggest you stop using this cosmetic product and apply topical 2% Resorcinol or 20% Azelaic acid (Dicarboxylic acid) once daily or 1...  Read Full »

I have a skin problem behind my ear due to my specs. What to do?

Query: Hi doctor, I have a problem with my specs. There was a skin problem behind my ear where the specs rest. The injury is reddish black in color. One month ago, I had the same type of problem on my nose, the point where the specs touch my left side of the nose. Now, I am using contact lenses. After 20 d...  Read Full »


Dr. Thakare Sampada Avinash

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is basically frictional dermatitis, which has left behind pigmentation. Do not use Fusiwal-M cream (Mometasone furoate and Fusidic acid) as there is no inflammation. It will take time for pigmentation to resolve. I suggest Kojiglo gel (Kojic acid and vitamin C) or Mel...  Read Full »

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