well, it sounds like seeing a doctor may be your best bet if everything your trying isnt even helping. i would even consider accutane. However, you can try these things first if you like. This is what i do for my face because i dont have insurance and cant go to the doc. I would suggest taking 10g of b5 spread out every day. This method has helped many who dont respond to meds, even accutane! also i would try getting out in the sun a little each day. not enough to burn, but enough should help reduce inflammation and improve appearance. another thing i would do for flare ups that hurt, or i had picked was put aloe vera on them. aloe vera has incredible healing properties, and is soothing as well. However, what has helped me the most is looking through other Acne forums, as well as this one, and reading others trials of what works what doesnt, as well as having people who understand! I would recommend checking out the site below, i found past posts especially helpful. let me know if u have questions!!http://www.voy.com/4529/ kristin:)