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Retin-A and Antibiotics Before Considering Other Acne Treatments?

My 14-year-old son has acne. The dermatologist recommended Accutane but I'm concerned about the side effects. Should we start with antibiotic and...

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How Long for Acne to Resolve Without Accutane?

In 9th grade, my face was almost spotless. Then in 10th grade, I got very severe acne; so bad that I am now planning on taking Accutane asap. I am in...

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Best Laser or Light Treatment for Juvenile Acne?

My 12 year old daughter has been developing acne lesions on her face(currently mild) and back(severe with + dark pigmented scars) in 2 months. Both me...

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10 Year Old with Horrible Acne

My daughter had early puberty ( before turned 10 years old) since that she has this horrible acne infection, she picks her face daily, the...

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What Would Be the Best Choice(s) in Treating Acne, Acne Scars, Clogged Pores, & Dark Spots?

I am 17 yrs old and I am curious as to what would be in my best interest for treating my acne related issues. My acne is very light and pretty much...

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My Acne is Getting Worse and I've Taken Doxy at 100mg/day?

My acne is localised around the mouth and glabella. I am 16. Doxy usu. takes about 4-6 weeks for improvement however after my 4 weeks, the acne has...

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Is Tretinoin+Clindamycin and Ducray Keracnyl Safe for a 9 Year Old Girl with Acne? (photo)

Hi, My nine year old daughter has developed ance on her forehead. It appeared last year when we moved from England to Bangalore, India. A locally...

Is It Normal to Break out After Getting the PDT Treatment?

I am a seventeen year old male and I got the PDT treatment one week ago. I am now breaking out on my face in places I did not have acne before, is...

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