when you see a doctor about acne you'll have a physical exam and your doctor will ask about your medical history. women may be asked questions about their menstrual cycles. this information can help your doctor find out if hormones are playing a role in acne flare-ups. most often you won't have any special tests to diagnose acne. you may need other tests if your doctor suspects that acne is a symptom of another medical problem (such as higher-than-normal amounts of testosterone in a woman). webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for acne vulgaris?