- Female
- 20 Years
- 20/02/2025
I've noticed that whenever I drink buttermilk, I seem to break out with acne on my face. Is it possible that the buttermilk is causing this? I'm really not sure what's going on and would appreciate some advice. Could there be a connection between the two?
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it's not related to that
Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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