Acne

Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, leading to the formation of pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and sometimes cysts. It predominantly affects the face, chest, shoulders, upper back, and areas of the skin with the most sebaceous (oil) glands.

Do not continue with this questionnaire if you have any of the “⛔(do not proceed)” conditions below. Instead, please consult with our online doctors here for further assessment, medical workup or alternative acne treatments.

Category:
Acne

Please Do not proceed, this condition will disqualify you from receiving a prescription.
Please click here to WhatsApp our On Call Doctors for an instant consultation. The doctor will advise on a treatment route that will suit you personally.

Please upload a minimum of 2 photos of your acne areas including a normal area of your skin. Please make sure the photos are as clear as possible to allow our doctors to make an accurate medical assessment.

  1. I understand the questions above and have answered honestly. 
  2. I understand that submitting any inaccurate or false information could potentially be dangerous to my health and safety.
  3. Treatment is prescribed as per South African medical guidelines. There is no guarantee that the treatment will be 100% effective for you. Please consult with our online doctors or visit an in-person doctor if you are still symptomatic or not improving.
  4. The medication that is prescribed is for my personal use only. I understand the side effects and effectiveness of the treatments. There is no guarantee of acne improvement when using this medication.
  5. I agree to the Terms & Conditions of this platform.
  6. I am 18 years or older.
  7. I am currently living in South Africa.
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The Online Doctor SA Acne service can only prescribe from the following list of medications:

  • Tretinoin cream (0.5mg/0.05%) - Retin A/Ilotycin-A
  • Doxycycline tablets
  • Epiduo Gel
  • Zineryt Cream
  • Differin Cream
  • Treclin Gel
  • Clindoxyl Gel
  • Dalacin T Lotion

 

If you have already tried the above treatments or are interested in alternative options please consult with a dermatologist and do not proceed with this questionnaire.


Submitting this questionnaire with any “⛔ (do not proceed)” conditions will disqualify you from receiving a prescription.

 

Please urgently visit your nearest emergency dept or in-person doctor if you are experiencing symptoms such as severe pain, chest pain, difficulty breathing, allergic reactions, dizziness, weakness, or other severe symptoms. Telemedicine services are not suitable for emergency medical conditions. 

Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, leading to the formation of pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and sometimes cysts. It predominantly affects the face, chest, shoulders, upper back, and areas of the skin with the most sebaceous (oil) glands.

 

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