I was diagnosed with a scar via a biopsy, but derms seem to think it’s unrelated to my current issues. I constantly itch in specific spots and nothing I’ve been prescribed seems to help. The hairs I lose always have a white bulb, but I’ve heard that this doesn’t exclude scarring from being a possibility. I have used ketoconozole, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, corticosteroids, and lots more and nothing seems to help. Would a low dose of Accutane be beneficial?
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Answer: Considering Low Dose Accutane for Persistent Folliculitis
I have prescribed Accutane since 1999. I currently have about 40 clients on it. Accutane should be taken for a total of 5 to 6 months to be fully effective. I usually start with 40mg daily and slowly increase the dosage. Missing 2 or even 3 days of accutane is not important and will not change...
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...
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Profhilo skin booster treatments and polynucleotide treatments are generally well-tolerated, but caution is advised when planning any cosmetic procedures around the time you are starting Accutane (isotretinoin) therapy. Accutane can significantly affect your skin,...