Photo Dynamic Therapy During Accutane?

Accutane inhibits the reepithelialization capacity of the follicles and hence, the skin in general. Laser hair removal, in most cases, should not require reepithelialization of skin and should thus be safe after Accutane treatment. In the extreme case where a burn occurs after laser hair...

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...

There will be significant risk of hypertrophic scarring with laser hair removal during Accutane and thus should be avoided. Waxing, threading, etc can exacerbate already dry skin brought by Accutane. Vaniqa cream is meant for long-term maintenance, would be safe but not address your...

Low-dose isotretinoin or Accutane is more of an European approach. This is not practical in most scenario in USA because of the bureacratic Ipledgeprogram.  You will be less likely to be 'dependent' on Accutane if you were to undergo higher dose regimen, accompanied by low-dose...

Isotretinoin or Accutane is efficacious in minimizing tender inflammatory cystic lesions that may be associated with acne rosacea at the end of its 5 months or greater course. However, during therapy, there could be transient flare of facial flushing, dryness, and overall redness due to...