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Dermatology  (Expert Forum)
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I have acne on chest, back and arms.
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center Brookline - MA
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I have acne on chest, back and arms.

by siaokia, Sep 11, 2001 12:00AM
Anyone can kindly help me make those ugly scars go away? I dun dare to take off my clothes in swimming pools or public places because of this... anyone can help me?

by Alan Rockoff, MD, Sep 11, 2001 12:00AM
If they are permanent scars, there is no treatment available.  If, however, you are referring to the red marks which last a long time after acne pimples go away, then you should ask a dermatologist for treatment to keep you from getting new marks, so you won't have to wait them out.  And please don't pick or squeeze them.  

Best.

Dr. Rockoff
Member Comments (3)

by siaokia, Sep 11, 2001 12:00AM
Will the scars lighten after long time?

by Arsalan, Dec 04, 2001 12:00AM
There is treatment available - Microdermabrasion, punch grafting, laser resurfacing, etc
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