I have acne that is red and inflamed and raised. It has been there forever and it will not go away no matter what I do. I know that I have a few little scars that are pretty unnoticable, but i'm just wondering how I can tell the difference. I really hope it's not scars.
2007-02-07 08:30:29 · 6 answers · asked by mountaingirl88 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
My acne is all around my chin. I have a few little pimples on my forehead but most of them are around my chin.
2007-02-07 08:49:05 · update #1
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2007-02-07 08:38:27 · answer #1 · answered by b c 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Scars fade over time, and should be flat, not raised. Have you tried a skin lightening/brightening serum? Murad makes a good one.
I have battled acne my entire life, and I am 32. I didnt experience the type you have, which sounds like cystic acne. Have you been to the dermatologist? I would start there. Over the counter meds wont do anything but aggrivate the skin more.
I have known a few people that had cystic acne and had great luck with Acutane. Its intense for 6 months, but then afterwards they never had a blemish again.
I went the dermatologist route myself when I was a teen, but I manage to keep it under control now using all Murad products. I just love them!! www.murad.com if you want to check their stuff out.
2007-02-07 08:41:15 · answer #2 · answered by banderson 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your symptoms sound like Rosacea. You should see a dermatologist, im sure they could help you a lot.
**Rosacea : chronic congestion appearing primarily on the cheeks and nose characterized by redness, dialation of the blood vessels, and the formation of papules and pustules.
*Rosacea (IPA: [ɹəʊ.ˈzeɪ.ʃə]) is a common but often misunderstood condition that is estimated to affect over 45 million people worldwide. Hope this helps atleast a little.
I would also recommend laying off of spicy foods and caffeine. They seem to aggravate acne.
2007-02-07 08:47:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
well you said it, it's red and inflamed, that means that it's not a scar. I know that situation, that's a simple that's just laying under your skin and wait for just an opportunity to pop up. That one stays for so damn long because it's actually under your skin. I say you eat more fruits. At least that's what I did, and that tricky son of a gun went away, after like forever.
2007-02-07 08:41:04 · answer #4 · answered by Tank D 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This will help you.
2007-02-08 19:23:27 · answer #5 · answered by livingstyle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you will know. trust me.
2007-02-10 16:04:51 · answer #6 · answered by Just a Helper 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋