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Surgery while on Accutane? How long should you wait after Accutane treatment to have surgery?

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Levi1207Mar 21, 2015
I haven't looked into this at all so I have no idea if this is something that could even be considered.

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There is no reason you cant have treatment now. I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist with experience in treating patients on/off isotretinoin.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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