Im at 26yo male that has suffered from acne on and off for 10 years or so. I have used many different topical treatments (differin, duac, dalacin T) and different oral antibiotics (lymecycline, tetracycline, doxycycline). They have worked but only very short term. My acne has had a major breakout and its at its worst its ever been. I break out mostly on my forehead and around my cheekbone on the right side of my face (see pictures). I am seeing a dermatologist in 2 weeks time.
I am 30. After everything failed to permanently cure my now mild but persistent acne (including accutane) I am considering my options for a long term treatment and management of my skin. I am scared when I read all the side effect of both birth control pills and accutane, and wondering if there is a safe option.
have taken it 2 times 10 mg,6months / 20 mg 3months. My skin was wonderful but it's back.I would like to know the risks associated with taking it again. I have IBS & history of depression would take it again be dangerous for my long-term health? Could it aggravate my stomach issues and my mental health issues, it there something else I should try something else first( try doxycycline for 3 months but didn't work) my current medications: Vyvanse, Synthroid, Effexor, dexilant.
I have tried everything ( I am male) and even at 31 years old, I have genetically horrible oily skin. I am the 4th generation. My mom at 60 still has oily skin. Would it be okay to take isotretinoin indefinitely at 20-40mg per week to keep oil under control? I have done this for a couple of years now, but don't know about long term...
My acne problems have gotten progressively worse over the past 5 years. Ive tried so many different treatments that my skin just feels irritated and tired nowadays. I didnt hesitate when the derm suggested I start a 6 month cycle of Accutane, but now that Im taking it, Ive been doing a lot of research online (I know I shouldve researched beforehand). Ive seen horrifying stories about Long term damage like eyesight and liver damage! Im already 11 pills in and would hate to quit. Help!