Hello doctor, I recently started getting cystic acne all over my cheeks and chin. I am 21 and I had never had any problem with acne until about nine months ago when this red, inflamed underground acne started occurring and mostly only on my cheeks. It has been five months since my last big flare up, acne trickling in now, and I have had dark red marks left behind. I have been using a gentle cleanser, Vitamin C products, prescribed antibiotic ointment, moisturizer, and sunscreen. I wash my sheets and pillow cases every week, avoiding foods that encourage inflammation. My skin is healthier than it has ever been but these marks have not gotten any lighter whatsoever. What do I do? I am ashamed to have anybody see me without makeup on. I want my face back.
Hi. I can understand. Do not worry. You will get better. Kindly attach pictures of your lesions for proper diagnosis. Have you taken oral medicines for your acne? I am prescribing you night cream. Hope you will get better with it. Continue with your rest of treatment. Acne. Acne. Apply Tretinoin gel plus cold cream at night. Continue your rest of medication. Maintain hygiene of area. Wash with soap and water. Avoid using Dettol and other irritants.