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Bright Red, Hot and Burning Face with Accutane: How Long Will It Last?
asked 9 months ago by H8 in England
Latest answer by Jacqueline Calkin, MD
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Tags: redness, 1 week post-op, burning, side effects
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 stops at jawline, and is both itchy and hot: flushing up really really hot at times but always a totally different colour to my body or neck. I've looked online and a number of sources say that sometimes it stays that way permanently. I'm really scared now: as it is I'm not sure I can handle the redness (the acne was mild), but will it be forever?
1 answer to Bright Red, Hot and Burning Face with Accutane: How Long Will It Last?
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Accutane and red face
Your face will NOT permanently change color. I would recommend scheduling a follow up with your dermatologist. It's possible you had too much sun, you may need to use a lower dosage, or you may not tolerate Accutane (unusual). 90 percent of the information on Accutane on the Internet is wildly inaccurate (RealSelf.com excluded). Acetone can be life changing. Best to you.
Jacqueline Calkin, MD
Sacramento Dermatologic Surgeon
Sacramento Dermatologic Surgeon