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Minocycline Acne

Health Encyclopedia: Acne

Alternative Names

Acne vulgaris; Cystic acne; Pimples; Zits

Treatment

Take the following self-care steps to lessen the effects of acne:

Clean your skin gently with a mild, non-drying soap (like Dove, Neutrogena, or Basics.) Remove all dirt or make-up. Wash once or twice a day, including after exercising. However, avoid excessive or repeated skin washing.
Shampoo your hair daily, especially if it's oily. Comb or pull your hair back to keep the hair out of your face. A...

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Expert & Community Posts

Six Strategies for Taming Teenage Acne

By Dr. Hema Sundaram , Health Expert

1. Play it cool but take action Acne can profoundly impact self-esteem at any age, especially... Read more »

Multiple Sclerosis and Doxycycline

By Dr. Gross , Health Expert

...vulvovaginitis) and skin disorders (furuncolisis, impetigo, acne)Amazingly, as you see, none of... Read more »

Does Toothpaste Really Work on Pimples?

By Sue Chung , Health Expert

Myths abound when it comes to quick fixes for acne. The appearance of zits causes most of us, no... Read more »

Acne and Your Diet

By healthgal , Health Expert

...training, I learned that diet has little to do with acne. My professor and several other... Read more »

Anti-Acne Prescription Medications

By Sue Chung , Health Expert

I keep reading about lots of different types of acne medications but I'm not sure what I'm supposed... Read more »

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Health Guide

Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease Medications

...diabetes, fluid retention, susceptibility to infections, weight gain, hypertension, capillary fragility, acne, excess hair growth, wasting of the muscles, menstrual irregularities, irritability,... Read more »

Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers: Highlights

...some promise against various forms of skin cancer. These include the oral retinoids used for severe acne, may reduce the risk of nonmelanoma skin cancers in certain types of patients. A wide range... Read more »

Psoriasis: References

...Strengthened Risk Management Program to Enhance Safe Use of Isotretinoin (Accutane) for Treating Severe Acne. US Food and Drug Administration. Rockville, MD: National Press Office; August 12,... Read more »

Vasectomy and Vasovasostomy: Highlights

...contraceptive.Male hormonal contraceptives can cause unpleasant side effects including weight gain, acne, and mood changes. To avoid these side effects, researchers are also investigating... Read more »

Endometriosis: Medications

...crampsDiarrheaFatigue, unusual tiredness, weaknessHot flashesDecreased sex driveNauseaTrouble sleeping.Acne or skin rash (although low-dose OCs actually improve acne)Depression, irritability, or... Read more »

Images

Acne, vulgaris on the back

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