I have persistent moderate acne all over my face, as well as my back, arms, and chest. I am worried about the side effects of taking Accutane because I am a high level athlete going into the height of my season and I already have knee, hip, and back pain. Would it not be a good idea to do it during this time? How severe is the joint pain and how bad would it be compounded on top of my already existing chronic injuries?
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Accutane does not help all people, but it does help approximately 80%, which is an excellent rate of success for a medication. Proper dosage is important as is testing for any hormonal disorders. It is also important to take the isotretinoin with food that contains some fat, as its...
Accutane is a go-to medication for patients with recalcitrant cystic acne. It can reduce pore size and also reduce sebum production in your skin, making it less oily; and in turn, dryer. Accutane can be used to control acne, but patients receiving the medication should be carefully monitored. In...
Accutane is a go-to medication for patients with recalcitrant cystic acne. It can reduce pore size and also reduce sebum production in your skin, making it less oily; and in turn, dryer. Accutane can be used to control acne, but patients receiving the medication should be carefully monitored. In...
