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DiagnosisYour doctor usually can diagnosis acne based on a simple physical examination. He or she will look for acne comedones, pustules, nodules and cysts on your face, chest, back, upper arms and shoulders. He or she also will ask questions about your medical history to try to identify contributing factors. You will be asked about your menstrual history, patterns of hair growth, cosmetics, facial cleansers and medications. Your doctor usually can diagnosis acne based on a simple physical examination. He or she will look for acne comedones, pustules, nodules and cysts on your face, chest, back, upper arms and shoulders. He or she also will ask questions about your medical history to try to identify contributing factors. You will be asked about your menstrual history, patterns of hair growth, cosmetics, facial cleansers and medications.
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