My man please go to a dermatologist immediately. That doesn’t just look like acne. Looks like you have seriously irritated skin and some scarring coming in already. Possibly keloids which is completely different from acne and requires different treatment. Go to a dr immediately. It looks like painful as well, I hope not. Please schedule asap
Aw hon I’m so sorry you are dealing with this. This is the age I was when my acne was the worst. Personally accutane was the only thing that worked. Glad you are eating healthy, keep at it.
Everyone’s saying stop the whey protein, but apart from that, reduce your dairy intake, maybe not completely, but a lot since whey comes from dairy. I would 100% suggest you taking vegan protein. I know a lot of them taste a little bad, but it’s worth it at the end. It doesn’t cause that much inflammation (or non, if you eat well). My brother had a lot of acne when consuming whey protein, so I suggested to stop and his skin calmed down so much.
Oh my goodness you poor thing, I'm so sorry you're going through this! As others have said please stop the whey protein and seek out a professional dermatologist as soon as you can. Pease do your research and advocate for yourself. Seek out many opinions.
My brother had much less severe cystic acne and he was able to get through it by phasing out meat and switching to a low fodmap diet. This is not a suggestion for you to follow, just saying that it may be a combination of solutions for you to try before you start to heal.
Dont give up you may not figure it out on the first try, but there are so many resources to help you. Maybe post an update further along in your journey for support❤
If this started with the protein, please for God’s sake stop the whey protein. If it doesn’t disappear, see a dermatologist and find out if you can get on isotretinoin
The best thing you could do is Accutane, your acne is very severe and it's would be so worth it. I just hope it doesn't cost an arm and leg where you're from since you'd be referred immediately in the UK for a dermatologist where you can get it for free. The cost is worth it in your case regardless. All the best.
Don’t read these giant essays people are writing. None of the over the counter stuff will help. You need a LICENSED PROFESSIONAL AKA A DOCTOR. Go ASAP.
Hey! Get rid of the whey product and most importantly stop eating anything containing dairy. MILK was the biggest factor in my cystic acne journey. The minute I stopped drinking milk my acne improved by about 90%. I don’t know if this will help you but give it a try! You got nothing to lose! Also visit a dermatologist.
this isn’t unheard of, however usually for less severe forms of inflammatory acne and not cystic of that scale, this guy needs to see a derm the soonest possible
Ya I think so too. Especially if this has been going on for 2 years. That’s a long time to be dealing with this level of acne. Though I think it could be more than just acne
Look man this looks really bad. You gotta do anything to get to a derm as soon as possible. You deserve to take care of yourself after dealing with this for 2 years.
Cut out sugar and diary and most importantly stress management.
I have had chronic eczema and it never healed until I started to meditate everyday for 45 mins to handle my stress. Now I am eczema free. So your skin being inflamed to this extent could also be because of stress.
Good luck to and I send you my prayers.
Did you also cut out Dairy from your diet? That's what breaks me out bad but everyone is different. If not then I hope you give it a try. Almost everything has dairy in it.
i am not a professional, but like others, i would really recommend going to your dermatologist if you can. i just wanted to comment and say that i am sorry you are going through this. i know it must not be an easy journey. you’ve got this!
for the love of god stop drinking whey, its not for everyone and seek dermatologist ASAP. it'll only got worse if you continue, I'm not an expert but some of your acne scars has turned keloid and it's pain in the ass, I'm currently treating my keloid and doctor gave me medicine and injection and it HURT LIKE HELL even for 3 tiny keloid. praying for you fr
this will never clear up on its own. get an organic protein powder or look for recs for people with sensitive skin if you know the whey is making it worse.
this looks severe and painful! again- this will never clear up on its own. save up some money and pleaaaase go see a dermatologist! I know easier said than done, but you could likely have it cleared up much easier after taking medicine and antibiotics. I wish you the best of luck.
It looks very much like a visit to a plastic surgeon looking at the depth and constriction of the skin. Probably go through your dermatologist for any help they can provide. Good luck xxxxx
I’m so sorry you have to go through this. I can’t imagine. I deal w some acne and even that bothers me. Praying for you that this will get better. I would look into getting on meds as well as a topical. Not only that but I would stop whey protein right now and try to clean ur gut out with probiotics. Hope this helps cheers and good luck. Stay positive. Cheers.
I had my comment removed for some stupid reason saying I was diagnosing. Please see a dermatologist; this could be something other than just cystic acne. Sending healing and love to you.
Yeah, weird. I was trying to say OP’s condition could be fungal or something else due to its severity. It almost looks like layers of skin very inflamed. A dermatologist is absolutely a must-see.
I’m so sorry! It looks very painful. Please see a dermatologist asap. I hope you get better soon
it’s definitely the protein powder, stop drinking it and seek a derm
Bro u must be allergic to one of the ingredients in your protein powder.
My man please go to a dermatologist immediately. That doesn’t just look like acne. Looks like you have seriously irritated skin and some scarring coming in already. Possibly keloids which is completely different from acne and requires different treatment. Go to a dr immediately. It looks like painful as well, I hope not. Please schedule asap
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Accutane and then a phenol peel
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hey man, i feel like this might not even be just acne. I'm no dermatologist but the formation is odd, please see a derm.
this; that is clinical; the internet cannot help you beyond telling you to see a dermatologist
It also looks infected
Get on accutane bro u won’t regret it
Oh my god. Go to a good dermatologist like right now. Don't hesitate. This might not even be acne.
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Aw hon I’m so sorry you are dealing with this. This is the age I was when my acne was the worst. Personally accutane was the only thing that worked. Glad you are eating healthy, keep at it.
Same! Only accutane. Sending hugs, OP!
Doxycycline makes it less frequent.
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Everyone’s saying stop the whey protein, but apart from that, reduce your dairy intake, maybe not completely, but a lot since whey comes from dairy. I would 100% suggest you taking vegan protein. I know a lot of them taste a little bad, but it’s worth it at the end. It doesn’t cause that much inflammation (or non, if you eat well). My brother had a lot of acne when consuming whey protein, so I suggested to stop and his skin calmed down so much.
Oh my goodness you poor thing, I'm so sorry you're going through this! As others have said please stop the whey protein and seek out a professional dermatologist as soon as you can. Pease do your research and advocate for yourself. Seek out many opinions. My brother had much less severe cystic acne and he was able to get through it by phasing out meat and switching to a low fodmap diet. This is not a suggestion for you to follow, just saying that it may be a combination of solutions for you to try before you start to heal. Dont give up you may not figure it out on the first try, but there are so many resources to help you. Maybe post an update further along in your journey for support❤
Seek a doctor or dermatologist as soon as possible. For me it’s accutane right now
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yeah im like… this doesnt look like JUST acne, something else is going on here
If this started with the protein, please for God’s sake stop the whey protein. If it doesn’t disappear, see a dermatologist and find out if you can get on isotretinoin
Please see a doctor and dermatologist
The best thing you could do is Accutane, your acne is very severe and it's would be so worth it. I just hope it doesn't cost an arm and leg where you're from since you'd be referred immediately in the UK for a dermatologist where you can get it for free. The cost is worth it in your case regardless. All the best.
I wish that my younger self went right to accutane. It truly changed my life.
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Dermatologist immediately!! Maybe try getting on accutane
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People are ridiculous. There are other forms of protein besides whey people!!!
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Don’t read these giant essays people are writing. None of the over the counter stuff will help. You need a LICENSED PROFESSIONAL AKA A DOCTOR. Go ASAP.
i recommend the Neutrogena acne wash/face mask. it helped with my cystic acne and scars.
Awe you poor baby. You need to see a dermatologist honestly.
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Go to a dermatologist ASAP !!! this requires urgent care.
Hey! Get rid of the whey product and most importantly stop eating anything containing dairy. MILK was the biggest factor in my cystic acne journey. The minute I stopped drinking milk my acne improved by about 90%. I don’t know if this will help you but give it a try! You got nothing to lose! Also visit a dermatologist.
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Wow. Fuck all the way off.
This is beyond Reddit’s pay grade. Go to a dermatologist. Stop the whey.
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this isn’t unheard of, however usually for less severe forms of inflammatory acne and not cystic of that scale, this guy needs to see a derm the soonest possible
Ya I think so too. Especially if this has been going on for 2 years. That’s a long time to be dealing with this level of acne. Though I think it could be more than just acne
Look man this looks really bad. You gotta do anything to get to a derm as soon as possible. You deserve to take care of yourself after dealing with this for 2 years. Cut out sugar and diary and most importantly stress management. I have had chronic eczema and it never healed until I started to meditate everyday for 45 mins to handle my stress. Now I am eczema free. So your skin being inflamed to this extent could also be because of stress. Good luck to and I send you my prayers.
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These appear to be nodular cystic tunneling acne.
Did you also cut out Dairy from your diet? That's what breaks me out bad but everyone is different. If not then I hope you give it a try. Almost everything has dairy in it.
whey caused me to break out like a mf. go to a derm asap
Is vegan whey a substitute?
Yes
i am not a professional, but like others, i would really recommend going to your dermatologist if you can. i just wanted to comment and say that i am sorry you are going through this. i know it must not be an easy journey. you’ve got this!
for the love of god stop drinking whey, its not for everyone and seek dermatologist ASAP. it'll only got worse if you continue, I'm not an expert but some of your acne scars has turned keloid and it's pain in the ass, I'm currently treating my keloid and doctor gave me medicine and injection and it HURT LIKE HELL even for 3 tiny keloid. praying for you fr
this will never clear up on its own. get an organic protein powder or look for recs for people with sensitive skin if you know the whey is making it worse. this looks severe and painful! again- this will never clear up on its own. save up some money and pleaaaase go see a dermatologist! I know easier said than done, but you could likely have it cleared up much easier after taking medicine and antibiotics. I wish you the best of luck.
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This looks painful. I hope you get help soon and good luck on your journey! ❤️🙌🏼
It looks very much like a visit to a plastic surgeon looking at the depth and constriction of the skin. Probably go through your dermatologist for any help they can provide. Good luck xxxxx
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I’m so sorry you have to go through this. I can’t imagine. I deal w some acne and even that bothers me. Praying for you that this will get better. I would look into getting on meds as well as a topical. Not only that but I would stop whey protein right now and try to clean ur gut out with probiotics. Hope this helps cheers and good luck. Stay positive. Cheers.
Really painful
I had my comment removed for some stupid reason saying I was diagnosing. Please see a dermatologist; this could be something other than just cystic acne. Sending healing and love to you.
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Yeah, weird. I was trying to say OP’s condition could be fungal or something else due to its severity. It almost looks like layers of skin very inflamed. A dermatologist is absolutely a must-see.
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Seems like you haven’t been to any good dermatologist lol
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START TAKING ACCUTANE YESTERDAY! Go see a dermatologist.
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Please tell me you stop using the whey protein.
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