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  • Female
  • 28 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I've been struggling with pimples on my face and decided to visit the doctor, who recommended the Melacare cream. I started using it, but now I'm dealing with some side effects like redness, itching, and even skin lightening. The tricky part is if I stop applying it, my face breaks out in pimples almost immediately. I'm really stuck on what to do next. Could you suggest any alternative remedies or a way to stop using this cream without making my skin issues worse?

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  1. Hormonal imbalance (estrogen and testosterone)

Dr. Chandra Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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