I've had mild and moderate (but irritating) acne since I was about 14. I'm now 22 and it's not at it's worst (well, my back is) but it's still getting me down. -_-
Affected:
-Back (very bad)
-Face (mild - but I pick >_<)
-Chest (mild - moderate)
Over the years, I've tried/been on:
-Oxytetracycline
-Amoxycillin
-Erythromycin
-Adapalene (gel): helped a little at first, then kinda stopped.
-Dianette: caused mood swings.
This week I got the results of a blood test for PCOS, which came back negative. My hormones are fine, everything's normal.
I've been seeing a dermatologist, she perscribed Differin cream which I've been on for the last 4 or so months, alongside Lymecycline. It hasn't done much to help, although the Lymecycline seems to reduce the acne severity on my back, or at least reduce the occasional swelling.
I just think enough is enough with the antibiotics, I've been on them for the last 6 years, pretty much. If they were going to work, they would have, right? Besides I tend to find that they just depress me, no idea why but my mood and emotions go hectic when I'm on them for over a week.
Now I'm on Duac cream, so I'm hoping it will work. If not... I am seriously wondering if there's any way to cure me of it. It seems like nothing works. -_-
So Duac failing, does anyone have any idea why it's so persistent with me? I really want it gone. =/