Acne Treatment- What do I do when pills don't work?
I'm a 14 year old boy who has tried mostly everything for my acne. At 12 I started on Proactiv; it didn't do anything. By 13 I began to use facial cleansers (Clean & Clear, ect.) before I applied Proactiv; my acne only got worse. About 5 months ago I saw a doctor, and she prescribed Benzaclin Gel: a topical antibiotic with 5% Benzoyl peroxide. Although it cleared my face up considerably, eliminating zits and some redness, the acne was still widespread. 2 months ago, I was prescribed Erythromycin pills (in combination with the topical antibiotic). It hasn't made much progress. To be honest, it's gotten a bit worse.
My question is: what should I do next. The doctor said something about seeing a dermatologist if the pills didn't work. What can a dermatologist do that a doctor can't?
That's all guys. Sorry it's so long, but I need some good advice. Thanks in advance!
September 3rd, 2010 - 10:43
Have some pods of clove bake them dry & afterward grind them to powder, add little curd to it. Now apply this over your acne at bed time & wash face in morning.
Also apply Pure HONEY over your acne in the morning by adding HOLY BASIL LEAVES juice of 10 leaves in 5 ml honey. let it remain for 1-2 hour & wash your face.
Minimise consumption of excessive coffee or tea / eggs/fast or junk food/ deep fried preparations. Add green specially leafy vegetables to your diet & seasonal fruits. Curd 100 gm be taken in lunch. Milk 250 ml be taken after dinner daily. Drink water as much as you can & wash your face 4-6 times daily with water & wipe gently with towel.
if you follow the suggestions for 1 month sincerely, your problem will be resolved.