Now been in pak for over 7 weeks and still getting acne
I’ve never had it like this before
All red lump type that eventually leads to a Whitehead but is essentially a red spot. Which leaves its red marks
I’ve never had big spots so many all atbknce
And when one goes another appears
If its food how do I know what to eliminate as the same food I used to eat in pak before as we’ll as eating same food in UK
Is it the heat
Its. Not too hot either anymore.
I’m taking erythmycin tablets for acne its been 4 weeks don’t see a improvement yet.
Also using lactic acid peel which I’ve had for 18 monthsmaybe its.not working anymore?
Stop taking the erythromycin. Also stop the lactic acid.
Start drinking lots of water. Carry a bottle with you everywhere and take a sip before you feel thirsty.
Medication options (try only one):
a. If you're ok w/it, you can get birth control by the name of Ortho tri cyclen lo. You will still get your menses but it will regulate your hormones. If your hormones are imbalanced, they could be causing your acne.
b. If the birth control is not an option, try tretinoin gel (Retin A micro). Apply a thin layer every morning & night. Avoid direct sunlight. Get a good hypoallergenic sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and apply it at least 15 mins before going out in the sun. This will make your skin peel for a couple of weeks, and then the acne will slowly begin to subside.
I'm advising you on this b/c I'm assuming your doctor hasn't given you clear instructions on what to expect w/the erythromycin or the peel. If you were told by the doc to continue, of course listen to him/her.
Sorry why should I stop the antibiotic? I mean reasons? Life only taken for 4 weeks....
4 weeks is plenty of time for erythromycin to work, and it was a poor choice to be given to you for acne anyway, b/c you don't have an infection. All you are doing by continuing to take it is putting yourself at risk for other bacterial infections & increasing your chances of blood clots.
Thanks what an alternative for.ortho tri cyclen in Pakistan? Can't seem to find one and j don't wish to gain weight I need to lose weight which is why I haven't tried birth control otherwise I would.Secondly I.never had these spots before I've got 6 and more emerging.Shall I try BP cream?I'm desperate: (
Nadz, I am not a doctor but this advice is based on my personal experience. I never had acne in my life. Recently my skin started breaking out really really bad. Just like you explained. I took no medications or any medicated creams. All I did was keep my face clean. If it felt oily I would wash it with water. Let it air dry and use a hypoallergenic moisturizer (Clinique Moisture surge). Allhumdulillah my skin is back to normal. Sometimes the best cure is to leave your acne alone. The more you stress about it the more you will have breakouts.