I am considering starting Accutane, but I'm turning 21 in a few months... In case I were to still be on Accutane at that time, would it be safe to drink anything?
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I am uncertain what brought about your episode of alopecia areata initially. This autoimmune skin disease is different for each individual but because you have already had one episode you have an increase risk of it occurring again. Alopecia areata is a highly unpredictable and cyclical...
You should discontinue the Curacne (Accutane) immediately and contact the prescribing physician and the obstetrician. Curacne can cause severe, life-threatening birth defects if taken during pregnancy. Major birth defects can include various brain malformations, cardiovascular...
Constipation would be causing your bleeding and not the Accutane. You should see a gastro physician about the constipation. Many times OTC things like fiber pills and Metamucil can help alleviate this, but it is always best to see a physician to discuss it. The bleeding is not from anus dryness...