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Baddest2400,Thank you for your question! Accutane does come with side effects which can include skin irritation, dryness especially of the lips and mouth, and some mild swelling. If you are having any of these symptoms I would recommend booking an appointment with your dermatologist to determine if you should continue on your coarse of accutane. Good luck!
Thank you for your question.Accutane does not change the size of lips, however, the medication can cause severe dryness and cracking of lips. This side effect can lead to severe inflammation, which may cause swelling of the lips. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist regarding further questions about Accutane. Take care and good luck.
Hello and thank you for your question. One of the side effects of Accutane is abnormal menses, and that may be what you are experiencing. I recommend a consultation by a board certified dermatologist and also a board certified gynecologist for evaluation and discussion of appropriate treatment....
Thank you for your question and photographs. A common side effect of Accutane is skin sensitivity and increase risks in scarring when any trauma or injury is done to the skin. Melasma treatments include topical lightening creams, laser treatments, chemical peels. In my experience, waiting until...
A combination approach will give the most improvement. I recommend lasers, microneedling/PRP, Cosmelan, peels and skin care. I suggest getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer
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...
Thank you for your question.Any possible side effects or new symptoms after starting a medication should be brought to the attention of the prescribing physician. Isotretinoin could be the culprit of your symptoms, but can also be a sign of something else going on in the body. I highly recommend...
Hello and thank you for your question. There is a minimum cumulative dose of Accutane, that is dependent on your weight, that needs to be achieved to "complete" a full course. The daily dose would depend on your weight, blood work results, and side effects experiencing. I would recommend...