I have a big scar under my right eye — the remnants of a dog bite from when I was 2 years old. Secondly despite using a sunscreen of a very good brand, my skin, especially my hands, tend to turn dark whenever I step out. Thirdly I have lots of pimple scars on my cheeks for which a dermatologist advised me to use “Benger – 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide sometimes. Will this cream work?
It would be best to see a plastic surgeon for the scar. A scar revision can change the whole appearance of your face. You need to use the sunscreen more frequently and lavishly to prevent darkening. Pimple scars are treated by different modalities depending on the number and extent. Superficial scars will do well with collagen injection, autologous fat replacement, or a punch biopsy elevation. Dermabrasion procedure will level off superficial scars and decrease the deep scars. Today a lot of people prefer a chemical peel or laser resurfacing. All these procedures have their advantages and disadvantages. You need to have realistic expectations. A good counseling session with your dermatologist will help you decide the best line of treatment for you.
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Saturday, December 6th, 2008Pimples in teenage
Saturday, March 22nd, 2008Question: I have suddenly developed pimples at 22 years of age, having not had them for seven years when I was a schoolgirl. My lifestyle has not changed. My doctor recommends antibiotics, but I am reluctant to take these. I am taking zinc tablets from the chemist, but they don’t seem to be helping.
Pimples may develop at any age, but they are far more common in teenage years when hormone levels are increasing.
Any change to your hormone levels may trigger an attack of acne. Pregnancy is one obvious cause of hormone change, and the oral contraceptive pill may also be a cause in some women, while in others the pill may improve acne.
Treatment involves using the various pimple creams available from chemists, and taking zinc supplements, which benefit some people. If these are ineffective, then it is wise to consult a doctor who can prescribe more potent lotions and creams, along with antibiotics.
Antibiotics especially designed to combat acne are very effective, as they prevent the blocked oil ducts that cause acne from becoming infected. They are designed for long term use, and have no side effects in the majority of patients.