Acne

27 yo F with cystic acne

27 year old female with cystic acne since aged 20. Has had 2 treatments with acutane (both successful for 2 years) and a number of years of antibiotics. This is the type of acne that comes up in a small number of swellings, sometimes very large, they never come to…

5 years ago

50 yo F with Bowel inflammation

Hi, I first saw this 50 year old ballet teacher in May when she presented with exhaustion, IBS symptoms of gas, bloating, diarrhoea, stomach pain and some rectal bleeding, acne on chin, rosacea, significant alopecia, hemorrhoids and some insomnia. Hashimotos was diagnosed 8 years ago following a period of great…

5 years ago

32 yo F with Acne

Supplement Advice For ASI Results 32 year old client who initially came to me for acne, which she has had since teens. Currently on antibiotics and contraceptive pill. Skin always worse around periods and suffers PMS. Very stressful job / life and lots of adrenal and blood sugar symptoms. We…

5 years ago

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Patient with allergic profile

I have a patient in her 30s with severe acne, eczema and asthma. I was thinking of starting with a food allergy test and elimination diet as well as healing the gut. Can anyone recommend a good food allergy test or approach that has worked for them in similar circumstances?…

5 years ago

Acne on mini pill

I am considering saw palmetto (alongside other nutritional interventions – BS balance, reduce stress, addressing zinc deficiency, FA metabolism etc) for a female client with high free testosterone levels and acne. She is on the progestogen only pill. I am aware there are interactions with the combined pill but can’t…

5 years ago

65 yo F with bacterial vaginosis

This lady has taken Roaccutane in the past but has now been told by her doctor that it is not working. She started the pill at 18 – interestingly this is when the acne started. She came off the pill last November but acne is still present. She is currently…

5 years ago

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34 yo F with acne

I have been seeing this girl on and off for a year who originally came to see me for hair loss which we resolved. back in August last year we carried out urinary thyroid along with adrenal profile and testosterone. All were normal save for adrenal profile which came back…

5 years ago

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acne

New client due to see next week. Mother is keen for advice on treating acne, she says she has tried most things, wheat and dairy free diet, Saw Plametto and other supplements and range of topical treatments. Acne is now distressing 15 year old daughter and GP has prescribed 3…

5 years ago

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30 yo M with recurrence of severe body acne

He now has increased oiliness,one or two new spots every day which are like blind boils. Skin is congested and discoloured. Diet is quite good and he is fit–does cross training and weights. Is taking high dose of EFAs. Am looking at liver support but would appreciate any suggestions Hilary

5 years ago

Early 40’s F adult acne & digestive symptoms

I have been seeing a client for a while with adult acne. She did not have any spots as a teenager and considered herself fully healthy. In January 2011 she went on a detox diet with a view to clearing her skin. She cut out wheat, dairy, sugar, caffeine, alcohol,…

5 years ago

A lady with Adult acne

Seems to be due to some androgen imbalance. I know the usual omega 3 and zinc, vit E and antioxidants would help- any other recommendations? Thanks Carolina Alonso

5 years ago

44 yo F with mid/late cycle acne.

I have a 44 year-old female ‘into sports’ client, 5’9 height, BMI of 20, very low visceral fat She suffers from acne vulgaris, oily skin, Rosacea and Meniere’s disease and migraine. GP diagnosis of these. Her goal is to reduce her acne & oily skin. He acne occurs mid cycle,…

5 years ago

33 yo F recent diagnosis Hep C acne outbreak

Advice with woman; 33yrs; recent diagnosis Hep C, who had a very bad outbreak of acne on face, following a basic vitamin/mineral formulae Has one daughter of 10yrs, separated from husband, works hard as a carer, and studies f/t as an acupuncturist, so good reason for tiredness! Sleeps well and…

5 years ago

33 yo F recent diagnosis Hep C acne outbreak

5 years ago

32 yo M with persistent acne for 18 years fatigue and digestive issues ORGANIX

1) Of normal BMI and now eats a relatively clean diet free of wheat and gluten as well as daily bone broths. Water intake adequate. 2) He enjoys keeping fit and attending the gym 3-4 times a week to conduct weight bearing exercise. 3) Commenced a Paleo diet 5-6 months…

5 years ago

31 yo F with persistent acne Roaccutane use

A client (lady, 31 years) came to see me initially about fatigue, wanting to lose weight and carbohydrate and sugar cravings. She had bloating and gas after meals as well as difficulty falling asleep but could sleep up to 15 hours. She’s a vegetarian and her diet was lacking protein,…

5 years ago

25 yo M with acne and fatigue

I have a client, Asian, weight 69kg height 177cm Fatigue and tiredness 4/5 years Acne on face and body for many years (steroids) Bloating and digestive upset (this is much better now) A number of broken bones (2005 factured thumb, 2012 sprained wrist, 2013 sprained ankle, 2014 shoulder injury, 2014…

5 years ago

18 yo M with gastric reflux and acne

I have recently seen a client who suddenly started experiencing reflux at about 13 yrs of age. He experiences some form of reflux daily as the return of food but is not sick. He is very sporty, looks very fit and it doesn’t stop him doing anything, but is unpleasant…

5 years ago

8 months pregnant suffering with possible low stomach acid

Hi, I’ve had an enquiry today from a lady who is 8 months pregnant and planning to breastfeed who believes she has low stomach acid. She was tested by the doctor for H.pylori (she has been doing lots of research on the internet) and it was clear. Symptoms are acne…

5 years ago

Roaccutane for acne

Does anyone have any protocols or advice on how I can support a client who is about to start taking Roaccutane for acne? I’m thinking her gut health will need to be protected as I have heard it can cause inflammatory gut issues. Many thanks.

5 years ago