I am 19 year old. I am on 20 mg isotretinoin. It's my 3rd month. And I am still breaking out. I never had these kind pimples. They are really painful and huge. I hav mild but persistent acne. So my derm put me on isotretinoin. BT I am scared these breakouts might leave scars. I don't understand what to do. Before isotretinoin I had mild acne which wouldn't leave any scars. Now my face looks all red. Was this a mistake? Can I discontinue? Can I switch back to retin a?
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Not every patient has excessive dryness with Accutane. It does not mean that you won't continue to become more dry. If you are still having acne break outs (which you can have the entire course of the treatment) then discuss this and your concerns with the prescribing physician....
You need to be on TWO forms of birth control if you are taking Accutane and are of child bearing potential. So, yes, take your birth control pills! "This
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There is no evidence that you cannot have a nonablative laser or peel during isotretinoin treatment. I fequently do this with microneedling and peels to improve and speed the results of isotretinoin without any complications. Although the standard is to wait 6 months for a laser...
