How can I improve an acne outbreak caused by Acnexel? (photo)

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Hello Suki,

I believe Acnexel is a type of microneedling radio frequency treatment which can help to improve acne scarring through collagen stimulation, and improve acne through killing acne bacteria and reducing sebum production.

This kind of treatment may trigger acne outbreak in some patients, and I will usually cover with oral antibiotics. Topical antibiotic gel can be applied to the inflamed acne papules as well.

You should consult the doctor who performed the procedure for you and discuss the options available. Hope this helps!

Regards,

Dr Jiwei Wu

Generally i try not to advise too much of a heat based therapy, especially injection related (RF or otherwise) during acne outbreaks. I find that it leads to aggravation of the condition. The only treatment I like for minor outbreaks is Carbon Laser.

I would suggest consulting the doctor and consider starting some oral antibiotics and medications IF the condition is still persistent please consider some topical treatments for your pigmented marks.

Personally, my 1st line treatment for an acne outbreak would be:

- Topicals (Isotretinoin, antibiotics etc)

- Oral antibiotics

- Supplemented with machine driven treatments such as lasers (carbon lasers as mentioned)

I would advise to hold off your remaining Acnexel treatments for now in view of your worsening condition. It would be best to consult a medical professional in the future in such instances so as to obtain appropriate and evidence-based medical advise. Hope that helps. All the best!

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