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writes:[WARNING GROSS STORY. SORRY!] This is So embarrassing. So, I REALLY like this boy. and we are currently dating. He tells me I'm pretty but I feel like I'm the ugliest girl in the world. This is because I have horrible skin.I have acne and stuff, nothing no one else don't have. But. My whole body. My pores are all clogged and even down there has pimples! I have A lot of ingrown hair. I wash up and stuff, but I guess I'm not going a go enough job? I though I was.Down there. I have bumps and scars from popping them. [god talking about this is so nasty...] Some are oily with w/e comes out. Some are with hair mixed with dirt. And Some are really dry and hard. And some just have Puss in it. I have these dry spots too. and Sometimes I have these hard dry spots, and when You pick at it, the Dry hard dirt comes out. Sometimes with hair.I hate Talking about this, because it's so gross. I read somewhere that if it's dry or something and shaped like a cauliflower, it's a genital wart. but it's not shaped like that. it's either a little small bump [like a regular pimple], or a dry spot and it's a bit deep in my skin. those usually feel like scabs or something.I even thought I had crabs or something. I have no idea how crabs are or w/e. So I shaved. It didn't itch or anything. I just thought I had them. I kinda wish I didn't. Because it looks so bad down there.When something is there that I don't like, I'll pick at it to make it go away. I hate that. and I hate this. I just want it all to go away and be clear. Tips please? I am VERY VERY VERY sorry about this horrible story. I felt like puking while I was writing it. :(Also I'm tired of using acne products on my face, because it makes it so dry! And I really don't like that. and I really don't shave the way my hair goes because the razor won't cut it. or maybe I'm not doing a good job. once again. gees.So can you guys tell me:- What can I used to clean my body better?- What can I used to clean out my pores?- What can I used to help prevent ingrown hairs and stuff- what can I use down there that isn't going to hurt it- what can I do to remove scars- what can I use OTHER than acne Treatments- if there is something I can use that is sorta like an acne treatment, what is it?and If I missed anything else you can help me with, please say it. :( I'm really sorry once again.
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reader, Tisha-1 +, writes (22 October 2009):
 Let me add to the aunts who are telling you to see a professional, and STOP picking and DON'T apply ANYTHING without a doctor's approval. Why do I say that? Well, when I was in my 30s, I wound up with some adult-onset acne and rosacea on my face. I thought I could clear it up on my own, used over-the-counter products, cleansers, lotions, creams, makeup to hide it. Sound familiar? Nothing I used made it better. Sound familiar? In fact, it seemed to get worse. Sound familiar?
Well, what I thought I could clear up by myself with topical stuff was a systemic condition that needed oral antibiotics and prescription creams. You HAVE to see a dermatologist to have your various bumps and pustules examined--you may have more than one thing going on. It may be acne, but it may be something else on top of it. What you're doing could be making it worse, and if you are popping stuff and scarring, it sounds like it already it.
Ignore your sister, it's none of her business anyway.
Get to the doctor, seriously, you could go on like this for ages and might be doing your skin some lasting damage.
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/acne/acne-vulgaris-when-to-call-a-doctor
Good luck.
P.S. My face cleared up and I felt much better after I saw the dermatologist. I think it was a combination of hormonal changes and stress. Sound familiar? ;)
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 October 2009): It's nothing to feel embarassed over, I too had horrible acne all over my back for years and it really did hurt my confidence. After a visit to a dermatologist and using the steroid cream he gave it cleared up in a matter of weeks. I know feel more embarassed that I let it get to me.
While lots of people here have given great advice, it is not a substitute for treatment from a dermatologist so that is the most important next step for you. By all means take their advice and follow it but make sure you go to a professional.
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 October 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionOh thank you, quiet-echo!That's REALLY helpful!
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 October 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionThank You, 2old4this.
I will let her know.
thank you everyone again.
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reader, 2old4this +, writes (22 October 2009):
 It's none of your sisters biz-ness and if she must know then just tell her you want to see the dermatologist. She will know that has nothing to do with sex.
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 October 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionOh, ProActive never really worked for me or my brother. only a little bit. And I don't wanna use Accutane if there is risk of liver damage!
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 October 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionThank you! Thank you katyayni!
I will try that! I never heard of Multani Mitti. I will Try it! Also I buy A lot of stuff that says it will help moisturize my skin. I will try what you said! Thank You again! Thank You everyone! If Anyone else has some ideas, I would love to hear. and I will try to get my sister to take me to dermatologist soon. Thank You!
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 October 2009): This is nothing to do with sex. It's a skin condition, and likely inherited. My wife has something very similar, and my eldest daughter seems to have it as well. It's not simple acne, from the sounds of things. Rosacea, or perhaps cystic acne. Nasty stuff that doesn't respond to skin cleansers, and leaves scars.
If it's what I think it is, there are no over the counter remedies. Nevertheless, try ProActive as a first step. If that doesn't work, see a doctor about Accutane. Accutane is not something you do lightly -- there's risk of liver damage, and it's absolutely not something you can be on if there's any risk of becomming pregnant. But getting ahead of the problem can save you scarring. See a doctor.
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 October 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionI'm not the one asking myself if I had sex. you would have to talk to my sister about that. she always brings that up when it has to do with something "down there."
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 October 2009): Vaginal pimples are not uncommon; hell, I'm 37 and I get them from time to time). They are especially common in teens because of puberty, so there is no need to feel dirty. You should avoid squeezing them, but if they become too uncomfortable, try putting Neosporin on them. I've also dabbed peroxide on them (be careful!) and that seems to help as well. You may want to talk to a dermatologist about getting some oral acne treatment, but I honestly think this is something that will get better once your hormones even out. Please don't stress yourself out over this; if this guy thinks you're beautiful, he means it. The two of you probably haven't been dating long enough for you to be showing him what you've got going on "down there" anyway.
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 October 2009): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionI'm scared to asked to go to the doctor. Cause then my sister is going to ask if I had sex or something. and I really don't wanna answer the questions she ask me.
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reader, 2old4this +, writes (22 October 2009):
You really need to see a dermatologist. I think it would be best to get their answers on this because you are certainly not alone.
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