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I have gentle hormonal acne that is less than mild, should I start Accutane?

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I'm 20 y/o and I've had hormonal acne since I was 13. I've tried tons of topical gels & creams, but my small acne problems always come back. I've never tried any pills & was recommended I try Spironolactone before trying Accutane (since I do NOT have huge breakouts or cystic acne). Except, I don't want to take a diuretic & then not have it work. I rather go straight onto Accutane and have no more breakouts. However, I'm scared it will make my skin worse and the side effects will not be worth it.

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