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Since been told i have ibs about three years ago i started to develop mild acne on my cheeks and jaw line too. Never had problems with my skin before this. I don’t know if the two are linked in any way. Just wondering if anyone else had the same situation?

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Flik22

Hey!

Yes! I too have started to suffer with spots more so on my jawline and neck? I thought mine was linked to the mini pill, but maybe it is IBS? I've tried an antibiotic for my face but it hasn't helped! I'm 40 and feel like I'm a teenager again!! Haha!! Xx

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casares8

I have some on my forehead, too old for acne! I think it might be associated with the constipation i have with ibs

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Eastbourne11 in reply tocasares8

Hi have you tried Acidophilus for constipation? From Holland and Barrett. Good luck

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Star1993

Yeah it is not nice and been trying everything to clear it for years. Tried creams and lotions from doctors. I just wanted to see if anyone had it to. As i have had a look online and it says its possible the two could be linked.

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claire_louise

Yes me too. I get lots of tiny bump-like spots all over my face, which I'm told is a sign of poor digestion (no surprises there!).

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BabsyWabsy

This is a link to a study about rosacea and gut problems. mdedge.com/edermatologynews...

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Lulububs

Yes!! Not acne but when i started getting ibs symptoms i also got hives itchy skin and pssoarisis?

When i went to a alergist he said give up gluten for 6 weeks see what happens and i did and it all went ?

When i went back he told me it was bodies way of telling me i had a intolerance but u have to eliminate what it is but it usually gluten yeast or dairy

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