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How Long Will It Take for Skin Dryness to Decrease?

I'm starting Accutane next month (May 25), and how much can i be out in the sun while taking this if i can Very Fair skin. Ive tried every type of...

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Accutane for Acne on Face, Back, and Buttocks?

My daughter has been insisting me to buy her Accutane since we don't have medical coverage. She is 16 going on 17 and has acne on her face which is...

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Should I Try Accutane for Adult Body and Face Acne?

I am a 35 yo female who has face & body acne since my late teens. Over the yrs. I have tried everything including clindamyacin, tetracycline,...

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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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Joint Pains Side Effect from Accutane?

I'm a 120lb woman just starting my fourth month of Accutane. I've been bumped up to 80mg since 60mg wasn't working for me. I've been experiencing...

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,...

Does Accutane Work on Fordyces?

Im recently being placed on accutane for severe face and back acne but I also have probably the worst fordyces on my testicals and shaft. I've heard...

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