I've been on Accutane for about 3 months. Unfortunately, I got badly sunburned last week while playing golf. To make matters worse, I went running this morning in pants. Now my legs have many small blisters or little air pockets! What should I do? Have I caused permanent damage?
June 28, 2009
Answer: Sunburn more likely when on Accutane or oral antibiotics for acne Both Accutane and oral antibiotics for acne can make you more prone to have sunburn. Consistent daily sun protection and reapplying high SPF sunscreen every 2 hours between 10am-4pm when outdoors are critical. You may experience prolonged post-inflammatory redness or pigmentation after a sunburn which will slowly fade with frequent emollient application and adherence to daily sun protection. Unfortunately, every sunburn makes you more prone to develop skin cancers such as melanoma. Therefore, all fair skin persons need to have a "head-to-toe" skin check by a board-certified dermatologist every year.
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June 28, 2009
Answer: Sunburn more likely when on Accutane or oral antibiotics for acne Both Accutane and oral antibiotics for acne can make you more prone to have sunburn. Consistent daily sun protection and reapplying high SPF sunscreen every 2 hours between 10am-4pm when outdoors are critical. You may experience prolonged post-inflammatory redness or pigmentation after a sunburn which will slowly fade with frequent emollient application and adherence to daily sun protection. Unfortunately, every sunburn makes you more prone to develop skin cancers such as melanoma. Therefore, all fair skin persons need to have a "head-to-toe" skin check by a board-certified dermatologist every year.
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Answer: Sunburn 2nd degree - usually no permanent damage
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Answer: Sunburn 2nd degree - usually no permanent damage
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