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Is accutane for acne safe with type 1 rosacea?

I have extremely oily skin and persistent acne, as well as type 1 rosacea. My dermatologist wants to put me on accutane. I am worried the accutane will make my redness and flushing permanently worse. Is this a possibility?

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