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My Accutane Journey! - Melbourne, AU
UPDATED FROM claire_1205
8 months post
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claire_1205October 29, 2013
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My derm put me on prednisone at the start and I COULDN'T WALK FOR DAYS. It was really painful. I called her and she told me it was skeletal muscle pain or something like that. If your Derm tells you to take the "pills from hell" STOP. Say no. Keep in mind that I'm not the only one who experienced this. Prednisone can also be used to treat severe conditions such as cancer, and other things so it has dangerous side effects.
She didn't put me on the pill.
I didn't take any I pledge program thingy.
I'll probably add some more info If I remember them!
She didn't put me on the pill.
I didn't take any I pledge program thingy.
I'll probably add some more info If I remember them!
Replies (4)
January 31, 2014
Hi claire. Ive been thinking about getting this treatment but I have not yet gathered enough info on how much it would cost in total. Can you shed some light? Thank you so much!
August 3, 2014
How long did it take you to see an improvement,, I've been on accutane for more than 2 months now and I'm on the highest dosage for me now and have been nearly for 4 weeks. My derm said I should see an improvement and if anything it's just getting worse. It was extremely bad at the start and then I got back to where I started I feel like I'm going around in circles! I would love to know if I will see an improvement soon as I'm going on holiday and I really want to be able to feel confident swimming again.
August 5, 2014
Hi, I've been on Accutane for 5 months and it took nearly three/four weeks to another month to see results. It WILL get worse for a while before you see improvements but it really depends on the person. I took 20mg daily because I tolerated it well. It really depends on you and how you take the medication.
My advice to you would be to wait. I know it's hard because I've been there but I also know that it gets better in the end.
As for confidence: Don't care what people think of you. They don't know that you're going through an emotionally painful journey. I've been told hundreds Of times that my face looks like a rocky road, pizza etc. Even the guy I liked asked me why I had so many pimples. But I ignored those people and focused on myself. Look at me now, I have an almost-clear face and feel happy!
So yeah, don't base your emotions on the people surrounding you. They just can't empathise. Just go on a holiday and swim and do anything you want, even if you think you're not flawless on the outside.
March 29, 2016
Hi there, I'm confused, how long were you on accutane? In one of your posts you said you were in it until June but here you say your still on it in August?
Thanks :)
Thanks :)
March 30, 2016
Hi, sorry for the confusion. I was on accutane for a total of 5 months in 2014 and that was it. I was just answering the other user's question but I guess I worded it incorrectly so you thought I was still on accutane. sorry for my grammar :)
UPDATED FROM claire_1205
8 months post
Stuff you may want to know!
claire_1205October 29, 2013
Okay, this is the last update. For people currently taking accutane: Don't lose hope! It really does take time (months) and it will feel like hell at the start, but you'll get used to it. It happened to me. Try and wear (if you're a girl) as LESS makeup as possible when at school, or going out. Drink loads of water (8glasses). Wear sunscreen/sun block cos it kinda makes your skin sensitive to the sun.
For people who want to consider taking accutane: Good luck! If you're willing to take the risk (possible side effects) then go for it!
TIP! Never think negatively! Especially about the possible side effects.
:) I hope it works for you as it did for me!
For people who want to consider taking accutane: Good luck! If you're willing to take the risk (possible side effects) then go for it!
TIP! Never think negatively! Especially about the possible side effects.
:) I hope it works for you as it did for me!
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UPDATED FROM claire_1205
8 months post
Last Update!
claire_1205October 28, 2013
I am SO sorry I forgot to update the end of my journey! Okay, I started taking accutane on the 17th of feb. and finished on the 29th of June. I ran out in the middle so I stopped taking for 9 days. I wasn't worried as my Derm told me that it stays in my bloodstream(?) for as long as 30 days, if I'm correct. Anyway, it's the 28th October now- post accutane and I'm free of lumps and bumps now! I only have acne marks, but I don't have to conceal my acne too much!
Replies (1)
August 4, 2015
did you started Your treatment taking one 20 mg every other day, how the treatment continued ?
October 23, 2015
This might be late, but yes I started taking one 20mg every other day. When I told my derm that I was doing alright, she made me take it every day. The treatment continues even after you stop taking it for about 30 days.
Your results are wonderful, I am so happy for you!! Thanks again for sharing your story!