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I had microneedling 3 days ago and now I have bumps on my cheeks and chin! Help! (photos)

jamiebrown10Aug 13, 2018
This is my second time microneedling, I had a few small bumps on my face prior to this season but they weren’t oozing or inflamed. The next day I started getting a ton of bumps around the sides of my nose and woke up with white heads. Will they heal? Is this normal? When can I go in for a facial?

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Doxycycline should't have any negative effects on your microneedling results - it can be taken while pursuing microneedling treatment. Moreover, please consult with the rendering physician prior to treatment if you are concerned. Best, Dr. Emer. 

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