Hi, i am on my 17th day of accutane to cure bad skin on my forehead, but lately new pimples have been forming on my chin and cheeks, I am also getting a lot of white heads forming along the bad skin on my forehead, please help me, is this normal? Thank you
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Doctors often refer to the dryness that occurs with isotretinoin and retinoids like Retin-A as the retinoid reaction. Although normal, the dryness can lead to a feeling of discomfort that can ultimately compromise your compliance. Retinoid reaction...
Accutane helps acne by reducing oil production and thereby reducing cyst production in those with moderate to severe acne. It does not have an impact on collagen.
There is a relatively common scalp condition in elderly men called Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp, which resembles acne and is treated with acne medication such as antibiotics or Accutane.
