My son has terrible pimples, and no creams seem to cure or prevent them. His confidence is down, as are his school grades and his self-esteem. He thinks he is ugly and that he’ll never attract girls. Can they be cured, and what can I do to help his emotional problems?
I feel sorry for your son – many of us can remember how miserable pimples made us feel. As you’ve found, creams and ointments are next to useless. He should not squeeze his pimples as this leads to more pimples forming.
Because of the psychological problems you describe, further treatment is needed. Ask your doctor to consider prescribing a daily antibiotic for your son. If that is not successful, ask for a referral to a dermatologist because there is a very effective (but expensive) medication that he/she can prescribe.
Usually, effectively treating the acne (as pimples are called) will improve his psychological health. It may help to have an adult who suffered bad acne talk to your son, especially if he has a photo showing his pimples. He will be able to assure your son that he will eventually grow out of the problem.
