what is acne on face

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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Acne is a skin condition where hair follicles are clogged with oil and dead skin cells presenting as whiteheads, balckheads and pimples on face.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've got a healthy weight, but my cheeks are super thin, and it just doesn't look great. I'm sticking to a nutritious diet, doing pranayama, and keeping up with exercise, but my cheeks still look really thin. How can I get fuller cheeks and glowing skin? I'm not dealing with any diseases or anything. Any advice?

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I'm curious about using Cipla Sebowash shampoo daily. I'm a 20-year-old guy, and I want to know if that could be harmful. Can you let me know if it's okay to use it every day?

Thta might make your hair dry and look frizzy,better to wash twice in a week thats enough

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I'm dealing with chicken pox and feeling pretty uncomfortable and in pain. I'm wondering if smoking weed could help me feel better. Is it safe to do that while dealing with this illness?

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