Acne on both sides of the cheeks needs to be treated according to the cause. Common causes include acne, contact dermatitis, eczema, etc. Topical medication, oral medication, physical therapy and other measures can be taken.
1. Acne: Androgen-induced increase in follicular greasy secretions and proliferation of Propionibacterium folliculorum can cause pimples on both sides of the cheeks. Topical drugs can choose adapalene gel, benzoyl peroxide gel, fusidic acid ointment and other drugs; oral drugs can take tetracycline minocycline, isotretinoin, etc. Oral drugs are recommended to be used under the guidance of a doctor.
2. Contact dermatitis: contact dermatitis caused by allergic reactions to the skin on the face due to the use of cosmetics and skin care products can also lead to acne on both sides of the cheeks. Topical medication can be used glycerine lotion, hydrocortisone ointment and other drugs for treatment; itching is serious, take cetirizine, loratadine and other antihistamines.
3. Eczema: Inflammatory skin reactions caused by internal and external stimuli can also lead to acne on both sides of the cheeks, accompanied by itching and other symptoms. Topical medications in the acute phase accompanied by oozing tendency, you can use boric acid solution; oozing is reduced, you can use zinc oxide ointment, hydrocortisone ointment and other medications. Those with severe itching take drugs such as ebastine and loratadine to control it.
If you have acne on both sides of your cheeks, it is recommended to go to the hospital for examination first, to clarify the cause of the disease, and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment.