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No. Blackheads, acne or pimples. Due to hormonal changes. Oily skin causes it. Common in adolescent age. May occur in adults also. Food like oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it. Treatment depends on the grade of pimples or acne. So, please send photos by direct online consultation as it's a must to see which grade of pimples or acne for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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It typically occurs in individuals younger than age 40, may be genetically inherited, and is associated with obesity or endocrinopathies, such as hypothyroidism, acromegaly, polycystic ovary disease, insulin-resistant diabetes, or Cushing's disease
You should be screened for diabetes and, although rare, cancer. Controlling blood glucose levels through exercise and diet often improves symptoms.
It is likely to improve in circumstances where a known cause is removed. For example, obesity-...more
You should be screened for diabetes and, although rare, cancer. Controlling blood glucose levels through exercise and diet often improves symptoms.
It is likely to improve in circumstances where a known cause is removed. For example, obesity-...more
Asked for male, 47 years old from Nellore
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MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more
Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore
Hello, Twinkle cream contains Tretinoin and hydroquinone which is not to be used during pregnancy as its harmful to fetus. Melasma and pigmentation are common in pregnancy due to hormones. Cosider uing milder pigmentation agents like mild glycolic acid, kojic acid, niacinamide arbutin etc Eg Melaglow cream and plenty of sunscreen three times a day. Consult a dermatologist.
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Elosone ht cream contains hydroquinone, tretinoin and mometasone. It is used for treating pigmentation like melasma. Short term use (1 week or less) does not have major side effects. You can stop the use and apply sunscreen with spf of 30 or higher daily. Use a gentle cleanser to wash your face because you donât want harsh soap to damage your skin (already sensitive due to cream application). Keep your face adequately moisturised with a hypoallergenic and noncomedogenic moisturiser like excela...more
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No. It contains steroid. Acne or pimples. Due to hormonal changes. Oily skin causes it. Common in adolescent age. May occur in adults also. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it. Treatment depends on the grade of pimples or acne. So, please send photos as it's a must to see which grade of pimples or acne for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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