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acne

by carolyn2124, Jun 08, 2009 07:50AM
hi i never in my life have suffer from acne but like 2 weeks ago i have notice acne in my forhead and in my chic i dont think im stress but i will like to know what might be the reason for this all over suddend. thanks
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by loiloi, Jun 12, 2009 04:29AM
To: carolyn2124
Hi. Stress is unlikely to be the cause of your acne flare-up. Acne is usually hormonally related. If your body produces more androgens than you need you may have acne. Although high androgen levels are most common during puberty, adult acne is becoming increasingly common.
Have you changed your method of hormonal birth control recently? Female acne patients often benefit from taking the combined oral contraceptive pill as the oestrogen it contains blocks the actions of androgens on the skin. Avoid the mini-pill, depot shot and hormonal IUD all of which can make acne worse.
Buy an over-the-counter acne preparation such as Freederm (contains Nicotinamide). If your acne persists see your doctor for a stronger gel such as Differin (contains Adapalene).
Best Wishes, Eloise.
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