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Q: Adult Acene
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kristintillotson
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I have had acene problems sence the age of 12. I am now 27 and the only time in there where I had clear skin was during an eatting disorder I was suffering from from age 15 to 17. During that time period, my skin was as clear as it was when I was 2. Why?? I've been to see over ten doctors during this time period and i've been on everything on the market except acutain (spelling??). Recently, I went to see an endacrologist (spelling??) and went for some more blood tests. The concern being testoterone and ovary problems. Everything came back fine. The doctor said that my test....... Levels, were in fact very very low. He then suggested to try spanolactone (spelling?) which I belive is the same as isotritinion, even though i've been on it before and it didn't do anything. He wants to put me on a slightly higher does of it however. My second question is that I thought this medication helped to lower test...... Levels which may be causing adult acene, however, if my test..... Levels are already really low is this really needed??? Is it possible that I could have too little test.... And that is causing the acene?? What was missing during my eating disorder that allowed me to have clear skin that I don't have now???? Also, I have a slight hair growth problem on my face and once a month I have what feels like an agression attack. Is this a part of the same problem??? Should I go on acutane as a pilot?? Please help, I am exstreamly fustrated!!! Thank you- kristin 
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mike101
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maisymar
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Brabbo
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wakkochic17
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Brabbo
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Twistie
New User
Hi,
6 months ago I cut wheat and cheese out of my diet and since then my skin has really improved. This might be worth trying as I assume when you had your eating disorder you weren't eating very much. I know it sounds pretty difficult, but I have actually found it quite easy as there are a lot of wheat free products in the shops. Also I rarely get cravings for foods that contain wheat or cheese, I guess they aren't good for me so my body doesn't want them. It takes a few months to start working so you will have to be patient if you try this, but for me it was really worth the wait. It isn't a miracle cure or anything, I still get some spots, but they are small and heal quickly and my skin all over my body feels much softer and smoother.
I hope this helps
6 months ago I cut wheat and cheese out of my diet and since then my skin has really improved. This might be worth trying as I assume when you had your eating disorder you weren't eating very much. I know it sounds pretty difficult, but I have actually found it quite easy as there are a lot of wheat free products in the shops. Also I rarely get cravings for foods that contain wheat or cheese, I guess they aren't good for me so my body doesn't want them. It takes a few months to start working so you will have to be patient if you try this, but for me it was really worth the wait. It isn't a miracle cure or anything, I still get some spots, but they are small and heal quickly and my skin all over my body feels much softer and smoother.
I hope this helps
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goodskinall
New User
Hello kirsten,
you are not alone in your quest for smooth skin, and i'm going to share what i've tried with you. For starters it works. If you are spending loads of cash on medication, anti acne soaps and creams, stop now! The miracle cure to good skin lies in what you eat and what you eat alone.
It is important that starting from now you stop eating sugar, white grains and flours (except basmati rice), potatoes cooked in any form (except sweet potatoes), animal milk and milk products, animal fats, salt and over cooked food or processed foods.
Start spending your money on vegetables and lots of it. I can almost swear that if you eat a complete vegetable/ salad meal with greens especially baby spinach (without breads and such or meats) either at lunch or dinner, you'll be trully amazed at how clear your skin will become in a short while. The only other thing to help you along is a time realease vitamin and mineral tablet.
Have fruits in moderation, walk a little bit more and drink water before or after every meal. Lastly if you're on the pill or any hormone based contraceptive, stop using it now. It will bring on worse problems for you in the future such as cysts, lumps, abnormal cells when you have a pap smear etc.
All the best and good heatlh to you.
you are not alone in your quest for smooth skin, and i'm going to share what i've tried with you. For starters it works. If you are spending loads of cash on medication, anti acne soaps and creams, stop now! The miracle cure to good skin lies in what you eat and what you eat alone.
It is important that starting from now you stop eating sugar, white grains and flours (except basmati rice), potatoes cooked in any form (except sweet potatoes), animal milk and milk products, animal fats, salt and over cooked food or processed foods.
Start spending your money on vegetables and lots of it. I can almost swear that if you eat a complete vegetable/ salad meal with greens especially baby spinach (without breads and such or meats) either at lunch or dinner, you'll be trully amazed at how clear your skin will become in a short while. The only other thing to help you along is a time realease vitamin and mineral tablet.
Have fruits in moderation, walk a little bit more and drink water before or after every meal. Lastly if you're on the pill or any hormone based contraceptive, stop using it now. It will bring on worse problems for you in the future such as cysts, lumps, abnormal cells when you have a pap smear etc.
All the best and good heatlh to you.
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starbuck
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greeneyesfromga
Experienced User
| goodskinall wrote: |
| Hello kirsten,
you are not alone in your quest for smooth skin, and i'm going to share what i've tried with you. For starters it works. If you are spending loads of cash on medication, anti acne soaps and creams, stop now! The miracle cure to good skin lies in what you eat and what you eat alone. It is important that starting from now you stop eating sugar, white grains and flours (except basmati rice), potatoes cooked in any form (except sweet potatoes), animal milk and milk products, animal fats, salt and over cooked food or processed foods. Start spending your money on vegetables and lots of it. I can almost swear that if you eat a complete vegetable/ salad meal with greens especially baby spinach (without breads and such or meats) either at lunch or dinner, you'll be trully amazed at how clear your skin will become in a short while. The only other thing to help you along is a time realease vitamin and mineral tablet. Have fruits in moderation, walk a little bit more and drink water before or after every meal. Lastly if you're on the pill or any hormone based contraceptive, stop using it now. It will bring on worse problems for you in the future such as cysts, lumps, abnormal cells when you have a pap smear etc. All the best and good heatlh to you. |
It is simply not true that what you eat alone, can be a reason for acne. Some acne is hereditary.
Many people, myself included eat healthy and my acne still persisted until I tryed proavtive again for the second time. Doxicycline also worked for me. It made me feel sick though, so I had to stop taking it. I recently found out that mik, however, does have some hormones in it that can cause some people to have acne flare ups!
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Joanner
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greeneyesfromga
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