Accutane Cured Acne but Left Scars

I've had acne off and on now for the past 4 years. I recently finished using Accutane and now my acne is gone but i have some ugly scars that I didn't...

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What's Allowed While Taking Accutane?

I'm about to start Accutane treatment within the next month and just had a few questions: 1)Is alchol (in moderation) allowed while taking...

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Chemical Peel or Laser Resurfacing After Accutane Treatments

I am done with the 6-month Accutane treatment, and now I am desperately waiting to get either a Chemical Peel or Laser Resurfacing for severe acne....

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Will Acne Return if I Stop Taking Accutane?

Im planning on ending Accutane, but I'm worried that I have become too dependent on it, and I'm worried that my acne will return. Are these possible?

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Accutane and Laser Hair Removal

I took Accutane for 6 weeks and stopped. I will not be continuing with it  anymore. Can I have laser hair removal on my chin area, say in 2 months?

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When Will I See Improvement from Accutane?

I'm currently in my 6th week of a 4-month course of Accutane 60 mg. I was wondering, when I will be seeing some sort of an improvement? I have a few...

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Accutane for Clogged Pores, Whiteheads and Blackheads?

I do not really get many large pimples; but I have clogged pores with whiteheads, blackhead and the occasional small pimple. Can going on a third...

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Can I Have Laser Treatments While I'm Taking Accutane?

I am taking Accutane 40 mg twice a week. Can I have facial laser treatments? This dose was prescribed by my Dermatologist and it has helped to control...

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Is Accutane Making my Rosacea Worse?

I have been using Accutane (10mg/day) for 5 weeks for severe rosacea - nose swelling, flushing, bumps.  The swelling and redness recently got...

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Accutane 2nd Time Around Makes a Difference?

I have been on Accutane and after 10 months of being off of it, I started to break out again. Should I consider going on Accutane again? Or start...

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Red Patches on Face After Accutane

I’ve been on Accutane for ten months now. To start with, my acne wasn’t extremely bad but I did have acne. Now, I have red patches on my...

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Am I Now Dependent on Accutane?

I took Accutane for 4 years, with very low dose in the past 3 years. My face was not perfect, but much better. I stopped the treatment 5 months ago,...

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Safe Hair Removal Products While on Accutane?

I am in my second month on accutane.  Are there any products, other than waxing, to remove facial hair?

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Can I Have Restylane Lip Enhancement While I'm on Accutane?

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When Can I Get Laser or Chemical Treatment for Acne Scars After Accutane?

I am another victim of nodular acne, and thanks to Accutane, that problem was taken care of. Except for the scars. I don't have a large amount of...

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Skin Damage from 2nd Degree Sunburn While on Accutane

About 8 months ago, I got a severe 2nd degree sun burn on face while on Accutane. It healed right after but a few months later skin on face is very...

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Safe to Drink Alcohol While on Accutane?

I went out drinking last night and I'm on Accutane, should I worry? I'm on 60 Mg of Accutane a day, if this is the only alcohol I consume while on the...

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Permanent Damage from Sunburn While on Accutane?

I've been on Accutane for about 3 months. Unfortunately, I got badly sunburned last week while playing golf. To make matters worse, I went running...

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Chances of Acne Coming Back After Accutane Treatment?

What are the chances of my acne coming back? I took Accutane for 142 days at a 80mg/day... the total mgs that I took was 11360 mg. Im 18 years old,...

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Occasional Breakout While on Accutane

Is it normal to still have the occasional breakout when I have been on Accutane for 2 1/2 months? It happened once but I believe it happened because...

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How Long After Accutane Can I Get a Salicylic Gel Peel?

I finished a three month course of Accutane (80 mg) a month ago with great results and wanted to know how long I needed to wait before using a 20%...

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Did Accutane Affect Healing from Sunburn?

I just stopped Accutane about three months ago. I recently got mild sunburn on my face and when I went to my doctor, she gave me Cutivate and...

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Coloring Hair While on Roaccutane?

I am using Roaccutane and I have been told that I cannot color my hair. Is this true? I usually have the tip cap on and the hair colour doesnt touch...

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Moisturizing Product to Use After Accutane?

My skin is peeling a little but more annoyingly, it is often very tight, even though I am moisturizing it. I have fine wrinkles now where I smile if I...

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Why Does Acne Relapse After Accutane Treatment?

I have taken accutane 20mg for four and half months, but again after 3 mths of stop gap acne coming out what should i do? I am 54kg want to get rid of...

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How Long Does Redness Last After Stopping Accutane?

I was on Accutane for 142 days on a 80 mg/day, currently I am 2 weeks post Accutane. I am clear, and have some raised scars...I will fix these scars...

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Dry, Thin Skin from Accutane?

I went through a course of Accutane (Roccutane) treatment a few years ago. Since then, my skin seems much thinner and drier. Could the Accutane have...

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Accutane for Clogged Pores and Small Pimples?

I do not really get many large pimples, but more clogged pores with whiteheads, blackhead and the occasional small pimple.Can going on a third course...

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How Effective is Roaccutane for Acne?

I have been on the tablets for about 4-5 weeks and the acne is getting worse. Could you tell me when I will see an improvement?

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Staph Infection Prevention While on Accutane

I've just started taking Accutane (20mg/AM, 40mg/PM). My doctor also prescribed me Mupirocin ointment as a precaution to avoid getting a staph...

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Can Accutane Trigger Male Pattern Baldness?

I took accutane for 6 months and noticed my hairline receded drastically on both temples. Could the accutane have triggered male pattern baldness?

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Is Nixoderm Safe to Use After Accutane?

Is it ok to use Nixoderm face medication two weeks after I stopped Accutane? If not, how long should I wait? Thank you

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Using Accutane Without Mupirocin?

I have had acne for almost 10 years now. I have tried everything and am tired of bad skin. I started Accutane this week and was prescibed mupirocin...

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Round Marks on Neck Due to Accutane?

Hi, my girlfriend recently came back from a trip and has red round marks (there are about 3 of them) on her neck. She is taking Accutane. She has been...

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Affects of Herbal Supplements on Accutane?

Can dietary herbal supplements interfere with Accutane or Bactrim in any way?

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How Long After Accutane Can You Drink Alcohol?

I'm going to be turning 21 about a month before my course is finished... so I'm going to have a lot of pressure to get really drunk. My...

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Can Accutane Cause Wrinkles?

I am currently in my fourth month of accutane (I am taking claravis) and while my acne has cleared up, my skin seems a bit dull. I have a bit of...

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Melasma and Sun Spots After Accutane?

I have now been off accutane for 2 years. I started to get dark brown spots on my neck and even some hidden areas of the body as soon as I stopped...

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How Can I Reduce Redness One Year+ After Accutane?

I completed a 4 month 80mg a day accutane course 15 months ago. My face is constantly red and I flush often. I am fair skinned and this never really...

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What Happens if I Stop Accutane a Week Early?

Iv taken 3 months and 3 weeks of accutane and im worried about the side effects so i wanted to stop. Is there going to be a difference on the amount i...

Is Post Accutane Flushing Permanent?

I recently finished accutane around mid-February with amazing results, but the only downfall of it was the flushing. Everytime I flush my entire face...

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Can I Dye my Hair While on Accutane?

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Safe to Have Microdermabrasion While on Roaccutane?

I have been on Roaccutane 6/7 months ago. Will microdermabrasion be safe to use to remove the brown spots/pigmentation on my cheeks?

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What Product to Use After Finishing Roaccutane Treatment?

I want your advise. What product to use after finishing Roaccutane? I finished the treatment, and I have some red scars, which I hope will disappear...

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Can I Bleach Facial Hair or Use Hydroquinone While on Accutane?

Can I Bleach Facial Hair and Use Anything Like Hydroquinone to Traet my Post Acne Marks While I'm on Roaccutane?

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Bright Red, Hot and Burning Face with Accutane: How Long Will It Last?

I started on Accutane ten days ago for moderate/mild but persistant acne, and within 2 days my face was bright red - almost orangey in colour. It...

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Using Less Invasive Treatments Safe 4 Months After Accutane?

I just got off of a 4 month accutane treatment. Is it okay for me to immediately start using Retin-A, Vitamin C, AHA? I know that with deeper chemical...

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Best Moisturizer for an Acne-Prone Face While on Accutane?

I used the older formula Curel fragrance-free lotion on my face while on Accutane before without problem. The new Curel fragrance-free lotion still...

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Accutane Causing Blushing?

I am continually blushing while on Accutane. What can I do? I have been taking Accutane for nearly a year now, it's my second course of treatment. ...

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Remission Rate for Accutane and What Should I Use After Accutane?

I am a 21 year old male (6'5 and 210 pounds) that has been on accutane 40mg for 8 months now for my mild but persistent acne. I have not had any...

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Is my Accutane Dose Safe?

I am 42 yo cauc. female with moderate hormonal acne flares and was on Accutane (Claravis actually) 6 months ago at 40 mg one day then 80 mg the next....

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What to Do with Roaccutane Burn?

I'm on Roaccutane for 2 months now. I waxed my forehead and now I have burns. I've already applied Mebo burn ointment  to the burns. I don't know...

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I've Been off Accutane for Some Time Now but my Acne is Coming Back

Been off accutane for months and my acne is coming back. Is it possible to take my leftover 40 mg dose once a day like I have been? I have quite a bit...

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Does High-dose Accutane Really Potentially Cause Rosacea?

I know that low-dose isotretinoin (accutane) 5mg-20mg daily helps treat rosacea. But, I've also heard but never saw any study that high-dose...

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Has Any Doctor Seen Erectile Dysfunction As a Side Effect of Taking Accutane?

I am on my second round of accutane. The first time I took accutane I had amazing results my skin cleared beautifully. On my second round, I am on my...

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Accutane Makes my Rosacea Redness Worse. What Can I Do?

I've been battling Acne for some time, and I'm seeing great results from Accutane. However, it makes my Rosacea redness significantly worse. I...

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Can I Do Electrolysis Treatments on my Cheeks While on Accutane?

I usually do laser hair removal, but I know you can't do that while on Accutane, so how about electrolysis?

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Should I Be on a Higher Dose of Accutane if No Improvement After 2 Months?

I've been on Accutane for 2 months now, and I haven't seen any improvement at all so far... is it from now on that my skin is supposed to...

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Intralesional Cortisone While on Ro-accutane

Should i get cortisone injections while on ro-accutane? or can i just let it be and just let ro-accutane do its work?

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Can I Use Hair Removal Cream on Vaginal Area While Using Accutane?

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Damaged Skin After Accutane

I took accutane for a week(0.5mg/kg), and now 2 months after my skin is really bad. It is healing very, very slowly i have red marks for 2 months now,...

When Does Peeling Skin Stop with Accutane?

I am on my third week of acutane and my skin is peeling very badly. So badly that I even a few scabs because my face is so dry and the sides of my...

Can Accutane Help with Seborrheic Alopecia?

I have adult acne and will be starting accutane next week. I also have excessively oily hair and have noticed my hair thinning since the acne has...

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Acne Rosacea on Roaccutane?

I'm on Roaccutane for near 5 months. My weight is 68 kg and my dose is 40mg daily. I have maybe one pimple, but the problem is that the scars from...

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What Do I Use to Brighten my Face After Using Accutane?

I just completed 6months treatment of acnetane annd currently onn differin gel but my face has patches of different shades. how do i even out my skin...

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Is It Safe to Have Lasik Eye Surgey Whilst on Roaccutane?

I am currently on roaccutane , just started 4th month of 6, i have experienced very few of the side effects: dryer, tighter skin on my face and...

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Can Accutane be stopped for a few days to allow alcohol consumption?

If I Stopped Taking Accutane for 2 or 3 Days Would I Be Able to Drink? Than Go Back on It?

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Waiting Period for Drinking Alcohol After Accutane?

I know that drinking alcohol on Accutane is bad, and I when I was on it I noticed it made me feel sick just having a few sips of alcohol. I've been...

Safe To Use Self Tanning Products While Taking Accutane?

I would like to ask if there is any problem in using selftan products while taking accutane.

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Accutane Not Working - Why?

I took accutane for 5 months and I have been off it around 5 months now. When I was done taking it my skin was clean and did not have any break outs....

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Will Sport Make my Acne Come Back After Finishing the Course of Roaccutane?

My question is about the sport. Is sport bad for the acne? I'm on Roaccutane for 5 months. I want to start again my training in Judo and Fitness...

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What Happens After I Finish Accutane Treatment ?

I will be finishing a 6 month treatment in a few days and will see my derm a few days after. A few months ago he mentioned we'd discuss...

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My Lips Are Cracked During Accutane Treatments, Which Lip Balms Would be Best?

I do a treatment with accutane and my lips are cracked .,and i don't know what lips balm is good

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Serious Worsening of Acne when on Roaccutane- Now What? (photo)

I was on accutane (20mg and then 10mg) for 1 month. I had to stop it because of a terrible breakout with pimples and red marks covering most of my...

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Can I Get a Tattoo While on Accutane?

Im on my second month of accutane and really want a tattoo.

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Tiny Flesh Colored Bumps After Isotretinoin Treatment

I recently finished my accutane treatment about 1 month ago. Since then, I have had these tiny flesh colored bumps on only the left side of my face....

I Picked on a Blackhead While on Accutane. Does

I had a bout of obsession over my skin tonight and I picked on a blackhead. I don't usually scar but since I'm on a 20mg daily dose of...

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While on Accutane Can I Use Topical Scar Treatments?

I am on my last month of a 5 month accutane treatment and while my acne is gone! I have pretty severe acne rolling scars and marks depending on the...

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Microdermabrasion After Accutane?

Hi, I just recently finished my accutane 5 month period. I was taking 50mg for the final 3 months and 40 for the first two. my question is when can i...

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I Dont Want to Finish my One Month Accutane Dose. Will There Be Any Side Effects?

I'm afraid of the side effects to be honest..so if I decided to stop the 4 week (one month) 20mg dose that my dermatologist gave me, after taking...

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St John's Wart While on Accutane?

I am on Accutane and cannot motivate myself to get back into my active lifestyle. I have no drive whatsoever. Could I take St John's wart while on...

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Delayed Dry Skin from Accutane Treatment?

I'm a 170 lb male on 80mg/day of accutane and had extremely dry skin on my first month. Now, on my second month my skin isn't even dry. Is it because...

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Can Accutane Reduce Synovial Fluid and Other Joint Fluid Even when You Are Done?

Im an athlete and I train a lot so im worried about my joints and bones and muscles. Can accutane reduce the synovial fluid and other fluids in my...

Hi, I've Been on Accutane for 1 Month, I Would Like to Know if I Can Use Bleaching Cream?

I have been on accutane now ts nearly 1 month and i would like to know if I can use beaching cream. thank you in advance

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Massive Hair Loss While on Accutane

I'm taking sotret for 2 months now, I have noticed the results quick, after the first week and my face is clear and smooth. What I am worried...

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Late Menstrual Period Because of Accutane?

This is my fourth month of using accutane for the first two months i've been taking 20 mg and raised it to 30 mg for the third month but now am...

What Can I Do About the Red Marks on My Son's Face 3 Months Into Accutane?

His face is left with very bad red marks. why is this happening and what can we do to diminish this redness.

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Post Accutane - Skin Looks Dehydrated

I am 5 months post accutane and have dry skin on my face. It looks as if it needs to peel i.e. the outer layer looks dehydrated. It also has a slight...

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Ultra Marathons and Accutane - What Will Reduce Side Effects?

I am an ultra runner that will be beginning accutane at the end of this month. Can I take joint supplements to avoid injury? Does accutane impact...

Is It Safe to Get an AK2 Facial with Accutane Treatment?

I am on my third month of accutane. I was on 10mg for 30 days then 40mg for 30 days and now I'm taking 30mg again for another 30 days. I saw...

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Can Accutane Heal Red Marks and Stains on the Face?

I'm currently on the second month of the Accutane treatment. I don't really have active zits on my face, my acne consists of red marks and...

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Gap During Course of Accutane - What Can I Do?

I have to go out of town when my accutane has to be refilled. I will missed four days of  medication. I am worried about the consequences. Is...

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Is It Safe to Take Duromine While Taking 40mg of Accutane?

I am currently on Accutane for about 17days, but I would like to also take Duromine for weight loss. Can u pls advise accordinly. Thanks

Microderm After Low Dose Accutane

I've Only Taken 12 40mg Pills of Accutane, and Was Wondering Since I've Taken So Little That I'd Be able to Have a Microderm?

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My Treatment of Accutane Was Interrupted for 10 Days. Do I Have to Start the Treatment All Over?

I had to travel and forgot to take roaccutane with me. I had been talking it for 5 months already. Stayed 10 days without taking it. Do I have to...

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Anything to Lessen Sun Sensitivity After Accutane?

I took accutane 18 years ago and my skin still burns after just a few minutes in the summer sun. I know sunscreen helps but I am wondering if there is...

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Will Oily Skin Always Come Back After Finishing Each Course of Accutane?

I have taken 3 courses of low dose accutane (40 mg 3 x a week) and my oily skin has always returned, though not as bad as before i took accutane. I...

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Supplements to Take While on Accutane?

Is there a supplement that can be benificial while on accutane? My 15 yr old son started accutane 3 weeks ago and is having a lot of peeling. Would...

Will I Benifit of Accutane After Taking It for the Second Course?

Actually,i had a bad acne since i was 15 and when i turned 19 i had accutane for the first time and it worked amazingly like never expected...

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Acne After Accutane - What Should I Do?

29years old married women took accutane 20mg once daily for 4 months got allright but again acne coming out after 4 months what should i do?

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What Can I Do About the Redness From a Sunburn While on Accutane?

I've been on Accutane for a month now and a few days ago I got sunburned. My legs and my stomach are really red and I'm not sure how I can...

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When Is It Safe To Drink Alcohol, Become Pregnant, Have IPL and More After Accutane?

Could you please advise how long i have to wait after finishing roaccutane to do the following, I have 1.5 weeks left and I have fininshed my course?...

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Still Breaking out While on Accutane - Do I Need to Up my Dosage?

I am taking a dose of 20mg of roaccutane/day as precribed by my derm, however i am still breaking out, will these breakouts stop if i increase my dose...

Taking Accutane for the 3rd Time, only Finished Second Round Two Months Ago, Too Soon?

I'll try to keep this short. I took a 5 month, 80mg/day course of accutane when I was 15. This kept me clear for around a year. I just finished my...

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Micro Dose Accutane - When Will I See Results?

I am curently on maintainence therapy of 20mg a week and still having small persistent acne. May i ask when exactly can i start seeing improvements?

Taking Accutane for Rhinophyma, It has Gotten Worse and Spread, Should I Discontinue Use of Clarvis?

I am a 34 year old female on a 60 mg a day, 5 month course of Clarvis (Accutane) for moderate rhinophyma on my cheeks and nose. I just finished my...

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Accutane Peeling

I was on accutane for 8 days, on the 4th day I started experiencing face peeling but I experienced really severe peeling on my chin which broke more...

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1 Week on Roaccutan and Acne is Worse

I had my acne six months ago and tried antibiotics pills but the acne gets back as soon as the antibiotics course over, eventually I started with...

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Seborrhoeic Dermatitis or Eczema on Cheek While on Course of Accutane (2mg/kg)?

Been on Accutane for 4 months for cystic acne now. I'm 34 but suddenly I started getting a red rash on my forehead & left cheek only. After...

I Have Been off Accutane for 8 Years Can Any of the Long Term Sidefects Still Occur?

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I Am Using Acutret. Can I Do Hand Waxing During This Treatment?

Hi i am 23 year old and i am using acutret. Can i do hand waxing, threading during this treatment. is Acutret also remove spots.

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PDL After Low-dose Accutane?

I was prescribed isotretinoin 10 mg 2-3x per week for recalcitrant rosacea subtype 1 with mild subtype 2 component. I stopped isotretinoin treatment 6...

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When Can I Start Drinking Alcohol Again After Accutane?

If I have taken Accutane for 6 months how long before I can start drinking Alcohol again? I had a severe case of acne a few months back and i was put...

I Had Warts Cauterized While on Accutane and They Are Not Healing, What Do I Do?

I had warts removed on my body but i am on accutane. Now I find the procedure left crater-like scars on my back that after 3 weeks are still not fully...

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How Long Does Accutane Last in Your Body?

I have been off accutane for nearly 2 weeks and I still have joint pain,I have pain in my heels,lower back and the worst is in the knees.I used to be...

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24 Year Old Female and I Just Completed a 7 Months of Accutane at 40mg/day But Am Still Breaking Out.

The pimples were smaller and were limited to my t-zone. It is now a week after finishing my last pill and I have about 15 small pimples on my chin and...

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Can Accutane Cause Pain During Sex?

Red Bumps While on Accutane. What's The Cause? (photo)

Hi Over the last 48 hours a number of red bumps have appeared on my arms, under my armpits, a few on my torso and a couple randomly scattered around...

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How Long is Too Long to Be on Accutane?

I've been on Accutane for 15 months now, I began on a dose of 40mg a day, my dermatologist then reduced my intake to 20mg a day the last 3 months....

Can Accutane Cause Eye Floaters?

I started Accutane recently and have been noticing "floaters" in my eyes, I've been told these can't be caused by Accutane by my...

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I Have Been on Accutane for Three Months And My Doc Says It's Done Its Job. Should I Discontinue Use?

My doctor says my acne is gone and she took me off of it yesterday my questing is after three months is it smart to go off it I'm a 6'1 male...

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Coldsores After Tanning on Accutane?

Im on 40 MG of Isotretinoin. I have been on accutane and have tanned since August-now. I went tanning and forgot to put on SPF on my lips and got...

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Accutane Dose Too High?

Last year I was given 40mg of Claravis (generic Accutane) to take one day then 80mg the next alternating. Within 2 months my hair fell out,...

Coloring Eyebrows While on Accutane

Hi there--I'm getting my hair done this weekend and usually have my eyebrows lightened as well. Is this safe to do on Accutane? Thanks :)

Will Angular Cheilitis from Accutane Cause Scars?

I've developed angular cheilitis a week after I started 80mg of Accutane 3 weeks ago (my 4th month). It is very painful. When I wake up in the...

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Can I Take Accutane and Hair Regrowth Treatments Concurrently?

Hello everyone. I think I've been "blessed" with my father's hereditary inclination for hair thinning/loss. While I've noticed a...

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Is It Safe to Have a Chemical Peel During Accutane Treatment?

I have been told to undergo chemical peels during the course of 6 month accutane treatment by my dermatologist, and i have been

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Best Moisturizer for Dry and Flaking Skin While on Accutane?

I have recently started accutane and I have been experiencing alot of dryness and flaking skin on my face. Mainly around my mouth, nose, and between...

Why is So Little Known About Grover's Rash?

I am in my mid 50's with history of sun overexposure and melanoma. I have taken Accutane previously for both acne and rosacea with good results,...

Can I Stop Accutane if I'm Still Having Break Outs?

In Feb'11,I got alergy frm Doxycyline,then started having more pimples than usual. In May, Other derm gave me total 20 pills of 10mg...

My Son Has Been on Accutane for 8 Weeks His Acne Has Gotten Much Worse.

I'm afraid that the accutane has mad him worse and he may scar from it. how long does it take to start to see improvement? and how do you know if...

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I Skipped Accutane, What To Do?

Im on accutane 20/40 mg daily but im taking a 20 mg dose from 3 days and today i skipped my 40 mg dose so ive skipped around 3 capsules from 3 days...

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Im out Of(erythromycin) and Im on the 31st Day of Accutane Should I Take It Anymore ?!

Hi im on the 31st day of oratane(roaccutane) my doctor prescribed me erythromycin with it for 2weeks and gave me a 1 repeat prescription im out of my...

Doctor Putting Me on 120mg Once a Week Instead of 20mg Daily Isotretinoin (Accutane)

History is I've been on three full (60-120mg daily) courses of Accutane. Dr's taking me from the 20mg daily of Accutane for the past 2 months....

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Flushing Due to Accutane

I used accutane for three years and developed severe flushing during this period. Is this due to accutane and is it reversible after stop taking the...

How Long After Low Dose Accutane Can I Get Rhinoplasty?

I was on low dose accutane (2 pills a week, 20mg each) for several months, up until 3 weeks ago. I am considering getting rhinoplasty in the next few...

What is the Max Accutane Dose?

I'm 130 lbs 23 male with moderate face/back acne. i have done 40, 40,80,80 have been 100% clear since third month, but my doc wants to do...

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Can Accutane Be Stopped Before a Trip and Restarted After to Avoid Sun Sensitivity?

14yr old has been on accutane for 1 month (30mg) and will be traveling in 60 days to the carribean.Can he stop taking the Accutane prior and restart...

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I Have Finished Accutane but Whitehead Are Coming Back, Also Strange Rash. What Do I Do?

Have just finished my 5 months of Accutane, (60mg/day) but after 2 weeks I have whiteheads and blackheads appearing on my face. There is also a...

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While Starting my 5th and Final Month of Accutane, I Started Having Crazy Dreams, Normal?

Seemed to have lasted all night. They were not normal dreams. I called my doctor and he told me to stop the drug for a week and then to start back and...

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My Skin is Extremely Sensitive and Dry After Accutane Course. How Long Will This Last?

My skin is extremely sensitive and dry after accutane course. i have taken 20 mg oratane for almost 3 months... my oil glands stopped working. i have...

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Why Would Accutane Work For Me 10 years Ago, and Cause Burning, Flushing, Dryness The Second Time Around?

Having further treatment now age 60 as acne slowly returned. Not so the rosacea which remained very minimal. First 10 weeks at 20mg every two days was...

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Will a Three Week Delay Ruin my Accutane Treatment So Far?

If I have to quit taking acutane for 3 weeks in order to get it mailed, will it ruin my first 4 months of treatment? maxed out my insurance so went...

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Is PDL Okay After LOW-DOSE Accutane?

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Is It Safe to Take Lipo 6 While on Accutane and to Exercise While Taking Both?

Can i take lipo 6 whilst on accutane ?! Does it make the acne worse?!

Accutane, 4th Month and Still No Results.. Why?

Like nearly every blog I've read, I've tried everything for my acne, and now have decided on Accutane. I am taking 80mg a day, which is a high...

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Accutane 40mg and Hairloss

Hello there! I thank you for taking the time to address my concerns regarding accutane 40mg. Three weeks ago my doctor put me on accutane after...

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Accutane- Will my Acne Return if I Had Mild Cystic Acne?

Hello docs! I started taking accutane at 40mg per day on Dec.11, 2011. I am still taking it, but I am considering stopping it because of hair loss...

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Can I Take Creatine While I Am on Accutane?

I have been on Accutane for three months and I workout regularly. I was thinking about taking creatine, but I was wondering if it is okay to take...

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Severe Acne and Isotretinoin Treatments, What Other Options if it Doesn't Work?

Hello. I am a 22 years old, portuguese man. I have acne since i was 15 and i use isotretinoin (orotrex) since i was 17. The first 2 years i used it...

I've Stubborn Cystic Acne Problem. Are There Any Comparable Alternatives To Accutane?

I've taken antibiotics,  than topical treatment, medical face peeling and finnally accutane treatment. Although I had taken 1 complete cures...

After Completing the Accutane Course, How Long is It Safe to Not Get Pregnant?

After completing the Accutane course, how long is it safe to not get pregnant? Will there be side effects of accutane even after stopping it? How long...

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Can You Suggest Some Good Moisturizer, Sunscreen and Foundation for 1 Month Post Accutane.

Hello doctors, thanks for your replies, but i want to know can you suggest some good moisturizer, sunscreen and foundation for 1 month post accutane....

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Can I Take Anxiety Aid Medicine with Roaccutane?

Hi im on oratane(roaccutane) and im willing to take a medicine called anxiety aid from (TOTTALY NATURAL) can i take it with roaccutane? or does it...

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Got Pregnant 1 week After Taking Oractane. Will my Baby Be Deformed?

Hi i got pregnant 1 week after finishing my 6 months of oractane 20mg. Will i be giving birth to a deformed baby? I am worried.

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How Long Does an Accutane Pill Take to Be Absorbed?

I know they're processed by the liver. How long does accutane take to "get out" of the stomach? the reason why i'm asking this is...

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Oil Tea Tree While on Accutane

Is it safe to use oil tea tree while being on accutane , does it have side effects ?

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Can I Resume Accutane After my Nasal Implant Removal?

Hi there, I had my nasal implant removed 2 weeks ago and now i dont have any implant in my nose. How soon can I resume my Accutane? My skin really...

Should I Worry if I Missed a Dose of Accutane?

Will it affect the treatment or the results in any way? I missed just ONE dose. thank you

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How Long Should I Wait to Have a Non-ablative Laser Treatment After Accutane?

I was on low dose accutane 4 months ago and my oil is back. I heard that non ablative lasers like laser genesis are gentle and do not harm the skin at...

Hair Loss Due to Accutane, What Can I Do? Is It Permanent?

I took accutane(40mg) for 6 months and finished my course a month ago,I didnt have much side effects except minor skin dryness and nose bleed but I...

How Long To Wait Before Using Origins Scrub After Acctutane?

I have just finished a 6 month second course of 20mg of raaccutane(my first course was 50mg)and was wondering how long after the course can I start to...

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Currently on Isotretinoin (Aka Accutane). How Long Until I Can Get Fraxel Re:Pair?

Hello. I'm currently on Isotretinoin (commonly known as Accutane). How long after my treatment before I can get Fraxel Re:Pair on my face? Also,...

What Other Medications Can Be Used with Accutane?

I currently started taking accutane 40 mg/ day. I am just wondering if it is ok to 1. Take benzoyl peroxide while on teh medication ? 2. Take differin...

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Ingrown Hairs on Face Whilst and Post Raccutane

I have been on two courses of raccutane and after my first(50mg) I started to get ingrown hairs on my face and i have just finished my second...

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Can I Use Other Medicine for Acne After Using Unfinished Dose of Roaccutane?

I did not finished using roaccutane. i took the medicine for only 4 months and because i haven't seen any improvement on my face, i decided to...

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Is It Ok to Take Polyenylphosphatidylcholine or Milk Thistle While on Accutane?

I have heard that either one can assist in liver function

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Can I Have Facials to Clarify my Face from Pigmentation While on Accutane Treatment?

Hi, I'm on Accutane on the last phase of a long 5months of accutane treatment. During the process I got two ugly marks on my face. I used the...

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Can You Stop Accutane for a Few Weeks and Go Back on It? I'm Going on a Sunny Vacation.

I am going to Hawaii on Vacation and I am worried about the sun.. I have read so many different opinions on getting tan.. Any advice?

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Dry Lips After Using Roaccutane, Suggestions?

I was on roaccutane for 6 months for 50 mg a day because of acne I suffered from really bad chapping of the lips although I am only 21 and male so I...

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Can Accutane Cause Meibomian Gland Dysfunction?

I have sore red burning eyes after taking accutane and was told i have meibomian gland disfunction and there are no other possible causes for this or...

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Day 151 on Accutane and Getting Bumps On Skin, Is This Normal This Far In?

Ok so i got 79 days left on accutane (almost three months) and i've been getting these really tiny bumps for a few weeks(they're pink and...

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Do You Think That Accutane is Good for Acne Vulgaris?

I have acne for 2 years and i begin a tratament with accutane,but i'm not peaceful .i've only on face but not very much

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If I Stop Accutane After 3 Months, if I Were to Restart It, Do I Pick Up Where I Left Off? Or Start All over Again?

I stopped taking Accutane after being on it for about 3 months. I stopped due to severe side effects. My acne has improved, but not as much as I'd...

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Dermaroller and Accutane, Is this Okay?

I am just beginning to use dermaroller for my acne scar but at the same time I am also taking low daosage accutane i.e. 10mg twice per week. Is that ok?

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I've Been Off Accutane for Over a Year and Still Burn Easily, is This Normal?

I was on accutane for 2 years. I have been off it for a year and a half now. however i now burn very easily very badly. Is it possible i still have to...

Nasolabial Folds After Taking Accutane? What Can I Do? (photo)

I'm only 24 and I've had nasolabial folds ever since I went on Accutane at 18 years old! I've been going crazy ever since and hate the way...

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Can I Take Omega Fatty Acid and Vitamin E Supplements to Overcome Post Accutane Dryness?

Hello doctors, i want to know can i take Omega fatty acid and vitamin e supplements to overcome post accutane dryness

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Accutane Affecting White Blood Count, Is this Normal?

My son is in the middle of his fifth month on accutane his white blood count has dropped slightly. His dr. wants to stop the medicine for two weeks...

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Accutane Slow to Work After Four Months at 80mg. Need Advice.

Daughter 124lbs. Dose 40mg, 60mg, 60mg, 80mg, start of 5th mo 80mg. Progress VERY slow. Initial brkout worse then any prior to accutane. She still has...

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On Accutane for 2 Mths. I Got a Scope Cut Between my Eyes when I Was Hunting, Scar?

I have been on Accutane for two months. I went deer hunting and shot a doe, which is great; however I got a scope cut between my eyes about 1/2 an...

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I Took Accutane for 5 Months in Year 2006, I'm Not Sure if Taking a 2nd Course of Accutane Would Be the Solution?

A year after taking my first course of accutane (for 5 months), i had a break out on my whole face more than before and in areas that i never had acne...

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Doesn't Milk Produce Breakouts While on Accutane?

I read from a lot of places and heard from a lot of people and they all say that what you eat or drink doesn't break you out. But I read somewhere...

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After Low-dose Accutane for a Few Months, is Otoplasty Safe?

I've been on low dose accutane for several months, ranging from 10-20 mg daily, and have recently cut down to 5mg/day. I'm scheduled for...

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I Am 1 Month Post Accutane.. Can I Take Herbal Facials Because I Am Getting Married in 6 Months.

I am 1 month post accutane and my skin is extremely dry, i am getting married in 6 months can i take facials for dry skin and steam? and can u suggest...

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Daughter Went On Accutane and Her Liver Enzymes Went Up. Discontinued, What Are Her Options?

My daughter went on accutane and within 2 weeks her liver enzymes went to 39. She was taken off the medication and her enzyme level continued to go up...

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Does Accutane Cause Vomiting?

I've been on accutane for about 2 1/2 months, and my doctor increased my dosage from 40mg a day, to 40mg one day and 80mg the next. Two days after...

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Can I Stop Before Accutane Treatment is Over?

I would like to stop accutane after a little over a month at 40 mg, could this be a problem, will my cells return to how they were before?

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Can I Get a Microdermabrasion After Getting off Accutane?

I took accutane for 4 months with a dosage of 10 mg which is the lowest prescribed dose possible. I have been off for about a month and a half. I have...

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I'm Now on my 5th Mo on Accutane, my Face Cleared Already but Why Haven't the Some Old Whiteheads Disappeared?

I've been on Accutane for 5 mos, my face cleared ... but some of the old whiteheads "bumps" on my face didn't disappear.. I only use...

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Why is my Skin So Dark After Being on Accutane?

I have been on accutane for 5 months and notice my skin is significantly dark everyone around me has notice it. Will my real complexon come back

Does Accutane Cause Erection Problems (ED)?

I've been on the drug for 183 days now and read yesterday that quite a few people experienced PERMANENT erection problems (ED), lack of libido,...

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Since Using Roaccutane, My Face has Been Very Dry and I Don't Sweat on My Face?

I used roaccutane 50 tablets of 20 mg (isotretinoin) and since than my face are very dry and i dont sweat in the face Area . this was about 7 month...

After Finishing Second Round of Accutane is it Okay to Use Shaving Gel that Contains Acids?

Hi I finished my second six month course of 20mg raccutane at the end of October 2011 (first course was 50mg) and was wondering if it is safe to use...

What Should I Do if my Acne Come Back After Taking Accutane?

I've been on and off on accutane. I was supposed to be 6 months course of accutane (40mg), but stop at 4 months due to side effect, or maybe...

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Does Accutane Have Any Adverse Side Effects Such as Crohn's Disease, IBD, Blindness?

Hello, I am super worried. I'm on my day 182 of accutane and have been reading lately about all these long-term problems that accutane can cause...

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Headaches, Heel Pain, Blurry Vision; Should I Stop Taking Accutane?

I have been taking accutane for almost 2 months now. First 2 weeks i experienced a mild headche but it went away with Tylenol, then i was good until i...

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Can Accutane Cause Permanent Hairloss?

Thank you for replies. I've been on and off on accutane(40 and 10mg) for almost two years now. My hair now is getting thinner, I can see the scalp...

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Roaccutane for the Second Time. Options? (photo)

A couple of years back I was prescribed Roaccutane, it cleared my skin, but now my acne has returned with vengeance! I went back to the doctor and...

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Accutane for 10 Months Without Results, What is the Next Step if Any?

 It has been about 4 years from when I was on it.  Last derm I went to wanted to cut out every single one over the span of 6 months....

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I Am Currently on Accutane and Can Clearly See Every Vein in my Body. Will This Resolve

This has never happened before. My Derm said it was not related, but I really think it is. I think it's related to thin skin.

Accutane, PDT Lasers and Scarring.

I have been on Accutane for 3 months for severe cystic acne. The acne is under control but it seems the scarring is worse. Prior to Accutane, my acne...

Off Accutane After 3 Months. Will Acne Come Back?

Hey, dermatologist just took me off accutane for 3-4 weeks to try and see if my blood work will get back to normal. I have been on it for a full 3...

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How Long After Stopping Accutane Should I Wait Before I Can Drink Again?

Going on a trip were drinking may be involved. This happens to be at the end of my treatment. How long should I wait?

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Son Almost Died from Having Surgery While on Accutane. Weren't the Risks Known? (photo)

My 19-year old son had a 45-minute abdominal surgery 6 years ago that lasted 7 hours and caused thrombocytopenia and 4 more surgeries that...

Did Accutane Permanently Thin my Skin?

I took Accutane for 6 months back in 1996. My skin has never quite felt the same since (strange dry sensation). It is 2012 and I've begun to have...

Cetaphil Moisturiser is Not Good for Me on Roacctane, What Should I Use Instead Please?

I keep being told Cetaphil moisturiser is best when on roacutane but this makes my skin worse, my skin is dry and flakey without moisturiser but a day...

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Is It Normal That Accutane Worked for my Back but my Face Got Worse?

I am in my 5th month in accutane , and my back got really clear , but my face has gotten worse , i had mild acne on my face , but what i feel that my...

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Breakouts One Year After Accutane -- Do I Need a Second Course?

I took accutane from Feb-June 2011 after years of severe acne on my face. Afterwards, my skin was absolutely flawless -- but now, almost a year later,...

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Was It a Mistake to Take Accutane for Mild Acne?

I took accutane but i had only mild acne , and what i can see is that my face has gone worse, and is getting worse each day .. and i am in my 5th...

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I've Gone Through 3 Courses of Accutane, Acnes Still Around. Whats Next?

I've gone through 3 courses of accutane, and my face looks so so, but I still break out under my skin and get large lumps and white heads. A...

2 Months Off From 6 Month Accutane Treatment and Breaking Out Again?

I was on Accutane for 6 months ( I had mild acne and amoxicillin would only work) I have been off of it for 2 months and have begun to break out again...

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What Sould I Use Post Accutane to Heal Scars and Discoloration?

What Sould I Use Post Accutane to Heal Scars and Discoloration

Short Course of Accutane (3 Months)

I'm currently on a 3 month course of accutane. It's 40mg/day. So far I've seen great result. I started off with moderate acne and I now...

Can Accutane Cause Vaginal Bleeding?

Ive been on accutane for 2 months, I only have one month prescription left. I used to take it last year but my acne came back so I'm giving it a...

1.5 Months Using Accutane and Acne is Almost Gone, But Scars Remain and Are Making Me Depressed?

Iam Using Accutane Since 1 and a Half Month my Acne is Almost Gone but Scars Make Me Depressed and Can Depression Cause Acne?

I Used a Scrub Cream and Now my Face is Very Sensitive. Did I Damage my Skin Permantly? Been off Accutane for 2 Months.

Is It Safe to Have a TT Operation While on Accutane?

Im on my third month of curacnee can i have a tummy tuck operation, or better not to do it now for the wound? also im having a problem with my pee...

Is It Safe for Me to Have a Baby 6 Months After Taking 30 Mg Roaccutane Once a Day in One Month Course?

Actually i took accutane last year for 6 months 30 mg,,,my doctor prescribed again the same treatment for 2 months but i am planning to take it for...

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Is my Pregnancy Safe? 6 Weeks After Last Dose of Accutane?

Dear Doctors, I took my last dose of Accutane on March 2nd and got my period the next day. My next period was on the 8th of April and I finish on the...

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Small White Bumps on Cheaks After Accutane Treatment?

I have just completed my 6 month accutane treatment. (40mg, twice a day) My acne is gone, HOWEVER it has been replaced by small white bumps on my...

Is Okay if I Stopped Taking Roccutane for a Few Days?

I'm done with my second month since taking the pills, first month the doze was 20 and the second month the doze was 30. I'll meet my doctor...

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If Accutane Does Not Cause Rosacea, Why is the Flushing Still Persistent After a Year?

Hi, I have been taking accutane for merely a month, but the dose was too high in my opinion. I have had flushing and blushing throughout the month....