Acne at 8 years old????

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sleepneeded81
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by sleepneeded81 on Mon Jul 08, 2019 1:37 pm

Acne at 8 years old????

My son, 8, appears to have some facial acne. No other signs of early puberty but perioral pustules and some whiteheads on his nose. Is this normal? Should I worry? What can I do to help him control them?

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Dr Anton Alexandroff
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by Dr Anton Alexandroff on Fri Jul 12, 2019 8:55 am

Re: Acne at 8 years old????

Thank you for your question. Acne can happen at 8. Best to see your GP for treatment.

I hope this is helpful.
With Best Wishes,

Dr Anton Alexandroff FRCP(UK) PhD CCT(Derm) FRSM FAAD
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by Dr Vishal Madan on Sun Jul 14, 2019 4:52 pm

Re: Acne at 8 years old????

If its perioral pustules, one needs to consider perioral dermatitis as well. Any topical steroid use?
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