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Can you tell me about current treatments for acne? I think dd1 is going to suffer badly ... :-(

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Miaou · 07/04/2007 08:49

She is not quite 10 and has already got some spots. I had terrible acne as a teenager and got bullied as a result. Nothing really worked for me except a lotion I was given which had some impact - I found out many years later it was an antibiotic and I then suffered years of IBS probably as a result of my compromised gut - obviously I don't want to put dd1 through that!!

I haven't even broached the subject with her as yet but I daresay it will come up soon. 18 months ago she had molluscum on her face and was very self-conscious about it.

Have acne treatments improved since I had them? Anyone know?

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noddyholder · 07/04/2007 08:51

My dp had acne and had roacutane which has left him really arthritic There is a product called ketsugo which they use in australia a lot and it seems good.My ds is nearly 1 and I ahve a feeling he will be the same as dp

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Miaou · 07/04/2007 15:56

Thanks noddy, will have a look at that. It's quite scary, some of the stuff that was prescribed for acne in the past!

Any more thoughts anyone?

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paulaplumpbottom · 07/04/2007 15:57

It varies Its worth taking him to the dermotolgist. Sometimes it can scar for life

EllieKthePA · 07/04/2007 16:00

they still prescribe pretty awful stuff, both my bro's have it badly and the doctor just keeps upping the dose

Spidermama · 07/04/2007 16:03

My dh had it. He said it calmed down when he stopped eating meat, but that may have coincided with the end of adolescence.

My dh's family all had it so I fear for my kids too.

noddyholder · 07/04/2007 16:04

My ds is nearly 13! not 1

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Miaou · 07/04/2007 16:07

Hmm, worrying! Poor dd1, she's not even 10 fgs. I was very fortunate that my acne didn't leave my skin with bad scarring, but it wouldn't take a genius to guess that I had acne as a teen.

My GP is really nice; I might just mention it in passing next time I am there and see what her views are.

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rantinghousewife · 07/04/2007 16:21

Yes I had bad acne as a teen and ds (13) is looking like he will suffer the same. My doc was a dermatologist and treated me with minocin and panoxyl 10 was prescribed as a topical cream. They still do treat teens with either the pill (for girls) or antibiotics for boys. And I find the whole thing is complicated by the fact that what works for 1 person won't always work for another. I'd see a good dermatologist and tell them your concerns. In the meantime I would avoid using anything too harsh on the face, (some antibac face washes are like paintstripper) as they strip the oils out of young skin, which in turn makes them oilier. There is a company, (I think they're called Dermalogica, not sure) which specialises in treatments for problem skin, might be worth a look. Look for the words non-comeodogenic on packaging when buying stuff for acne.

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Miaou · 07/04/2007 20:30

Thanks for that rantinghousewife

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rantinghousewife · 07/04/2007 20:32

You're welcome. I know some of the stuff, I've recommended isn't cheap (and it is dermalogica), but I've always found that the cheaper stuff just doesn't work, or even worse irritates it. Good luck.

theheadgirl · 07/04/2007 21:34

What have you tried so far Miaou? You are right, some of the stuff on prescription comes with many side effects. If things aren't so bad have you considered Freederm? My DD is 11, started with typical teenage spots and has had a very good response to this. Its about £8 a tube and is not on prescription, but is behind the counter at the pharmacy.

REIDmychocolateylips · 07/04/2007 21:43

i had acne as a teen and still suffer quite badly now i have tried numerous solutions some from gp some not. i have been on roaccutane (sp?) which worked for me when i was on it but as soon as i stopped taking it the spots returned.

The best thing i have used with minimal (non actually) side effects is something i found on the net. Its called Zenmed i was so desperate at the time i would try anything, but i would recommend this (although i am 27 not 10!) HAve a good look into it (which i'm sure you would anyway!) i took the pills, used the face wash and used the gel (it comes as a package) but i thought it was very good tbh (it took a couple of months to make a noticable diference though)

hth, good luck x

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Miaou · 08/04/2007 19:10

Thanks guys. I haven't done anything yet - and tbh part of me wants to wait until she becomes aware of it rather than making it an issue. But I want to be prepared and to try to nip it in the bud if that's at all possible (though I suspect not ).

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fairyjay · 08/04/2007 19:16

Our GP prescribed Duac (once daily gel) for both dd and ds. It certainly does help.

Gobbledigook · 08/04/2007 19:19

I don't think anything you get from teh GP works - a referral to a dermatologist is the only way to get results I think.

My dad had adult acne and I've got something similar now (it doesn't seem to be acne but it's red anyway), triggered by 3rd pregnancy. Nothing the GP has given me has done anything and it covers with make up anyway.

My friend had it badly in her teens and she said the dermatologist sorted hers out really quickly and she's never had it since.

My dad, otoh, said his disappeared the first time he got a really good tan! Hmmmm! Must admit I've been lay on the trampoline today face pointed to the sun!

Really feel for your dd though. I hope you can get something that works for her.

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