Boca Raton Accutane doctors

Accutane helps most people the first go-round, but there are patients who require a second course for a more permanent cure of the problem----but the key  is being on the correct dose for your weight, and the correct number of months----usually 5.   Go to see your derm again---and start over if necessary with a second full course, rather than trying to take a few here and there.  You'll get much more bang for your buck by doing it the right way---and maybe never have to take anything for acne again!

Certainly the possibility exists that your ulcerative colitis would worsen if you take Accutane.  You should discuss this with your gastroenterologist, of course.  But your question leads to another one: how severe is your acne?  You may have many other alternatives to choose: topical antibiotics, benzoyl peroxide washes, and even tretinoin creams which would not bother your stomach.  In cases of more severe acne, maybe your dermatologist could suggest, and your gastro doc approve of, an oral antibiotic for a few months....sounds like your docs should have a chat about you!

I see you've asked this question, mom, about 2 months ago, and by now, hopefully your son is much better.  However, your question is an important one that other people may benefit from.  Yes, in the beginning, Accutane can flare up the acne a bit.  Most people improve by the end of the second month.  But there is another type of flare to consider: a severe form of acne, rarely encountered, called Acne Fulminans.  On rare occasions, starting Accutane brings out this type.  It can cause a lot of new cysts, fever, and even aching joints.  If it happens, a dermatologist should evaluate the patient, possibly stop the Accutane, and prescribe a course of oral steroids.  Hopefully, in your son's case, it was just a simple flare, and he's on his way to looking good!