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Eastcoaster

2y ago

Struggling with Acne: Need Help!

I have been struggling with acne for a very long time now. I have tried so many treatment options. ( I am anti-accutane). My dermatologist actually gave up on trying to treat my acne. He said “I am done treating you I don’t know how to help you so I’m giving up”. Someone please help me come up with some things to try.

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Critter101

2y ago

I've had really bad acne for a while too and when I get bad break outs I put on some rose water mixed with salt and it helps out a lot!
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Dani_Girl

2y ago

I probably sound crazy. But I started taking a probiotic daily and it really helped keep my acne at bay. It’s pretty much zero risk to try it, and if it helps, great!
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ep23

2y ago

Screw that doctor 😒 you will get it fixed !
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Marrow

2y ago

Screw your dermatologist, I’m sorry, but he should Not have said that. You should “get a second opinion” / find a new dermatologist Bc that’s bullshit, there are SO many treatments out there for acne, something has to work for you [this is what I’m telling myself too]
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Aqua

2y ago

I also cycle threw acne medicine. As to date my most helpful one has been ceraV acne face wash
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LiveFastDY

2y ago

Hey I'm sorry your doctor said that to you. It's really disheartening and feels hopeless, but it's not! I have very finicky skin that does not like routine (I build some kind of resistance to acne treatments after using them for too long and I have cystic acne/super oily skin). Some products that I used and cycle through are the Murad acne wash, revolution brand (at target I think), and other gentle cleansers to kind of be "placeholders" while my skin stops being so resistant.
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Kobo

2y ago

Hey easycoaster, I’m sorry to hear about your situation. What your dermatologist told you doesn't sound professional, and I would try to look for another one. I’ve heard about treatments with laser and light to reduce acne. Is it something you've considered?

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