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Thank you for your question. A side effect of Accutane is photosensitivity where your skin has a higher risk of burning. In general, I do not recommend tanning bed use due to risks of developing skin cancers, premature aging, etc., however, especially while on Accutane, sun protection and sunscreen use is important. I highly recommend you consult with your prescribing physician regarding your questions and concerns while on Accutane. Take care and good luck.
Tattoos and other cosmetic procedures are considered to be safe 6 months or longer after a course of Accutane. There is ample evidence that most lasers and cosmetic procedures are safe even immediately after a course of therapy, except for aggressive, fully-ablative types of skin r...
Thank you for your question. A side effect of Accutane is joint pain or muscle aches, and side effects are not based on how long you take the medication but the dose. I highly recommend you consult with your prescribing physician as soon as possible regarding your symptoms and treatment plan. T...
Up to 11% of women can have acne well past their 40s, and this is usually hormonally related. As such, spironolactone is always a good first step in attempting to control oily skin and hormonal acne. In cases where spironolactone, topical (strong) tretinoins, topical...
