what causes back acne in females

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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4+ Yrs

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Hormonal changes, genetics, inadequate cleansing, friction from clothing or accessories

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm 31 years old and I've noticed a fatty tissue under my right armpit. It's not a lipoma, so I'm not sure what it is or what I should do about it. Can you help me figure out what steps to take next?

consult general surgeon

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I've been using this Kojivit Plus cream my dermatologist recommended for my dark spots, and it has kojic acid in it. I've been at it for a couple of months, but instead of getting lighter, my dark spots seem to be getting darker. Is it possible that this cream could be making them worse?

Yes, it's possible that Kojivit Plus cream containing kojic acid may be causing the dark spots to darken further. Reduce Frequency or Concentration:and comsult dermatologist

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I'm really worried because over the past 45 months, my face has been getting darker. It has reached a point where it looks like there's a black layer covering my skin. What could be causing this, and is there anything that can help lighten it or stop it from getting worse?

That could be acanthosis or tan,visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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