I'm getting pimples right after sex and they're all over my face. When I stop having sex, my skin gets better but I'm really bothered by the marks left behind. I'm scared to have sex because of these breakouts. What's going on and what can I do about it?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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This could be due to hormonal changes or increased sweating during sexual activity leading to clogged pores. I recommend using a topical acne medication containing Benzoyl Peroxide or Salicylic Acid. Additionally, you can use a gentle cleanser like "Cetaphil" twice a day to keep your face clean. Make sure to also drink plenty of water and maintain a healthy diet to support skin health.

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I've been using Deriva BPO gel for my moderate acne, but my skin's really irritated after applying it. I know the irritation might go away after a few weeks, but now I've got this dark line on one side of my lip that isn't fading. Do you think this will become a permanent black patch or is it likely to disappear on its own?

It's likely a side effect of the deriva bpo gel known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, which can occur as a result of skin irritation or inflammation. In most cases, this dark patch should fade over time once you stop using the gel. To help speed up the process, you can try using a topical skin lightening cream containing hydroquinone or kojic acid.

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I'm really struggling with acne on my face and body. No matter what I do, it just won't go away. I've been trying persol forte cream but it doesn't seem to help, and the acne keeps popping up. Could you help me figure out what's going wrong or maybe suggest something else that might work better?

yes u can use it, visit ur physician for apprpropriate managent

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I'm in my ninth month of pregnancy and I've been experiencing a lot of itching and rashes at night. Could you suggest any remedies or ways to get some relief? It's becoming quite uncomfortable.

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