I've read a few medical articles that have found no photosensitivity in patients on Accutane, but there are stories all over the internet of people who got horrible sun burns and blisters even after getting off Accutane. My question is, from a medical perspective, how long after Accutane does photosensitivity go away/improve? Thank you.
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Dying your hair is perfectly safe while on Accutane and after. Accutane can cause slow wound healing and exuberant scars, but your scalp should not be scarred by dying your hair as long as you're using reputable and safe dye products.
Accutane can exacerbate wounds, but does not cause wounds to...
There is not problem with Cymbalta per se. In other words there is no drug interaction that am aware of. However, since Cymbalta is meant to treat severe depression, I would engage in a thorough discussion with your dermatologist before continuing.
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Check with your dermatologist. You may have rosacea. I have seen rosacea flare from Accutane (although in many, it improves). Be sure you are using a gentle cleanser, and using a high (at least SPF30) daily.
