I know how important it is to wait to get a tattoo until 6 months to a year after stopping accutane. But I'm wondering if accutane could cause any damage to tattoos one already had prior to treatment?
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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...
Not really. Accutane works with oil glands. Milia are not caused by oil glands. Usually people prone to milia are overly aggressive with their skin - rubbing, scrubbing, touching, and this is why they are prone to milia. The best course for stopping milia is a mild cleanser, keep your hands OFF...
Thank you for your question. For any female pt with a functioning uterus, a 30 day waiting period is the iPledge rule prior to starting Accutane, even though you have been on Accutane previously. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist regarding Accutane treatment....
