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Skin & Hair

Acne & Pimples treatment

Acne occurs when hair follicles become blocked with oil and dead skin cells, leading to blackheads, pimples, and in some cases deeper painful nodules and scarring.

45–60 min

First consultation

In-clinic & online

Consultation modes

Monthly

Follow-up reviews

Understanding acne & pimples

What it is, and what we look at

Acne is driven by four factors working together: excess oil production, blocked follicles, bacterial overgrowth and inflammation. Androgen activity during adolescence increases oil production, which is why acne is common in the teenage years — but adult acne, particularly along the jawline in women, is frequent and often hormonally linked.

Because acne is visible, it carries a real psychological weight, and scarring can be permanent. That makes early, consistent treatment worthwhile. Case taking covers the distribution of lesions, cycle-related flares in women, products in use, and any family history of severe acne.

Symptoms

You may recognise these

Blackheads and whiteheads, usually on the face, chest or back
Red inflamed pimples, sometimes with pus
Deep, painful nodules or cysts under the skin
Oily skin and enlarged pores
Dark marks left after lesions heal
Pitted or raised scarring in severe cases

Causes & triggers

What tends to be behind it

  • Increased androgen activity during puberty and hormonal shifts
  • Excess sebum production and blocked follicles
  • Cutibacterium acnes overgrowth within follicles
  • PCOS and other hormonal conditions in adult women
  • Comedogenic cosmetics, humidity, sweat and picking at lesions

When to see a doctor promptly

Homeopathic treatment is not the right first step for these. Seek medical assessment if:

  • Deep painful nodules are forming, or scarring has begun
  • Acne appears with irregular periods, excess facial hair or hair thinning
  • Acne starts suddenly in adulthood after beginning a new medication

How we work

Our approach at the clinic

Individualised prescribing

Homeopathy selects a remedy for the person, not only the diagnosis. Two patients with the same condition often receive different remedies.

Detailed case taking

Your first visit covers medical history, family history, current medication, diet, sleep and stress — all of it informs the prescription.

Works alongside your doctor

We never ask you to stop prescribed medication on your own. Any change is made gradually and in consultation with your treating physician.

Your care journey

What treatment actually looks like

01

Detailed consultation

A 45–60 minute case taking covering your symptoms, history, reports and lifestyle.

02

Case analysis

Your doctor studies the full picture and selects a remedy matched to your constitution.

03

Follow-up reviews

Monthly reviews track what has changed, so the prescription can be adjusted.

04

Long-term plan

Diet, sleep and trigger guidance to help hold the improvement you have gained.

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Sneha Homeopathy Clinic

A panel of experienced homeopathic doctors, led by Dr. Murali Anki Reddy.

Secunderabad, Hyderabad Mon–Sat, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Meet the doctors

Common questions

Asked before the first visit

Oily food on the face has no established role. The dietary evidence that does exist points modestly at high-glycaemic diets and, in some studies, skim milk. Neither is the main driver — hormones and follicle biology are.

Related treatments

Talk to a doctor about your case

Bring your reports and current prescriptions. The first consultation is a full case assessment, and you will be told plainly if another specialist is the better route.

This page is general health information, not a diagnosis or a treatment guarantee. Homeopathy is a complementary system of medicine and results vary from person to person. Do not stop or change any prescribed medication without speaking to the doctor who prescribed it. In an emergency, contact a hospital immediately.