I have acneMarks on cheeks they are like dark red in colour and my pimplesare not stopping - #13249

Hello dear See pcod is a diseases characterized by multiple organ systems It will require comprehensive evaluation. Iam suggesting some medication and precautions. Kindly follow them Do intermediate fasting Excercise regularly Take zincovit multivitamin therapy onca a day for 2-3 months Apply azelaic m 10 percent topically for two weeks Apply tulsi alovera gel twice a day on face for 2 months Avoid junk food 1. Topical Treatments -Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5–5%) twice a day for week Salicylic Acid, Adapalene 0.1% can also be given as additive medications. 2.Clindamycin 1% Clindac A ,Tretinoin ( if already not taken). Oral Medications -tablet Doxycycline 1 month twice a day There may be requirement of hormonal therapy but please take after in person consultation with gynaecologist only. In addition Please share the following tests with gynaecologist fir symptomatic treatment Serum RBS Pelvic USG Lft Rft Serum tsh Serum ferritin Serum albumin globulin ratio Serum progesterone Serum estrogen Serum lh Please share the result with gynecologist in person for better clarity Hopefully you recover soon Regards

Hello Jahanvi , I understand this might be disturbing but I’m here to help. Here is how we can approach your issues -

1. Lifestyle tips - Avoid high glycemic foods (sugary, refined carbs). Limit dairy (milk, cheese) if acne worsens after intake. Manage stress, sleep well, hydrate adequately. Avoid scrubbing, fairness creams, and heavy oils.

2. Here is my prescription and skin care -

- Use a gentle, non-comedogenic face wash (eg. Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser / Sebamed Clear Face) - Use an oil free, spf 30+ sunscreen (eg. Re’equil Oxybenzone & OMC Free Sunscreen SPF 50 OR Bioderma Photoderm AKN Mat SPF 30/50) - Gel/Cream Clindamycin + Adapalene - Apply thin layer at night - Gel Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% - Good for pus pimples. Apply at night. - Cap. Doxycycline 100mg twice a fay × 14 days

3. It would have been better if I can have a look at your acne. It’ll give me more idea on how to approach it. But for the starters you can take the above treatment and review after 14 days. Thank you

RX, 1) Face wash Ahaglow Use twice daily 2) Epiduo gel Apply on the affected areas at night 3) Tab Doxycycline 100 mg once daily after breakfast × 2 weeks avoid in pregnancy or want to conceive.

Hello, For Acne Adapalene gel (0.1% at night, very thin layer) OR benzoyl peroxide gel (2.5–5%). Use only on acne spots

Do NOT pick/squeeze pimples – this worsens pigmentation.

#For Pigmentation/Marks

Niacinamide 5% serum (morning or night, if skin is not irritated). Azelaic acid acid 10–15% cream/gel at night (safe for marks and acne both). Consistency is key , pigmentation takes 2–3 months to lighten.

Lifestyle

Avoid excess dairy, junk, sugary foods. Drink enough water, get 7–8 hrs sleep. Manage stress (yoga, meditation, walks help).

If acne is not receding please consult a dermatologist in person Thank

I hope this helps Feel free to talk Thank you dear