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PDL After Low-dose Accutane?
asked 1 year ago by a1984 in Washington, DC
Latest answer by Emily Altman, MD
Question viewed 176 times
Tags: male
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 weeks ago and recently started Oracea 40mg qd. My papules have mostly resolved, but the background erythema and telangiectasias have persisted. I am considering PDL therapy with Candela Vbeam and was wondering if 6-8 weeks is adequate time between isotretinoin treatment and PDL therapy. I am not prone to scarring as I know this is a concern.
1 answer to PDL After Low-dose Accutane?
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Scarring potential is increased for 1-2 years after isotretinoin
Isotretinoin decreases the skin's ability to heal correctly for 1-2 years, with an increased chance of hypertrophic scars or keloids after procedures, regardless of the fact that you normally do not have a tendency to scar.
I recommend waiting at least one year after isotretinoin before doing elective procedures.
