I have been on accutane for 3 months and I’m on a 30mg pill. I’m scared that the chemicals in the pool will burn my skin because it’s been very sensitive to face washes and very dry and red.
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Thank you for your question.Any possible side effects or new symptoms after starting a medication should be brought to the attention of the prescribing physician. Isotretinoin could be the culprit of your symptoms, but can also be a sign of something else going on in the body. I highly recommend...
Hello and thank you for your question. There is a minimum cumulative dose of Accutane, that is dependent on your weight, that needs to be achieved to "complete" a full course. The daily dose would depend on your weight, blood work results, and side effects experiencing. I would recommend...
Thank you for your question and photograph. It's difficult to evaluate your skin through this type of forum. Accutane is effective in treating acne, however, it is not a cure and recurrence may still occur. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have your skin...