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I Recently Burned Myself on my Upper Thigh, Will Accutane Make It Harder for This to Heal?

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sharklvrOct 5, 2012

I spilt hot tea on my thigh, however it seems to only be a first degree burn. Will accutane make it harder for these burns to heal? Should I see a doctor?

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