Accutane can make your skin more sensitive. I have definitely seen red patches develop in individuals on Accutane. Most of the time, these red patches resolve after discontinuation of the medication. On the other hand, you may also have a natural tendency to develop Rosacea, possibly... more
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 cheeks and on my nose. Is this normal?
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