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Accutane & Sun - Can sunlight through a window cause problems for my skin while on Accutane?

I set infront of a large window at work 8 hours a day, the sun comes in a lot its winter time so its never hot but the sun is bright enough

What Can I Do About the Redness From a Sunburn While on Accutane?

I've been on Accutane for a month now and a few days ago I got sunburned. My legs and my stomach are really red and I'm not sure

Can you help with severe lip sunburn after Accutane? (Photos)

It has been 3-4 years after accutane and I continue to have severe lip sunburn. This did not occur prior to accutane and since taking it,

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Can I take Accutane if I play soccer in the sun?

Hi, I am a soccer player and am in the sun for multiple practices a week. My doctor recommended accutane but I am worried about getting sun

Sunburn after being off of accutane for 2 and a half months. Is it permanent?

I've been off of Accutane for about 2 and a half month now and I'm on vacation in Florida. My doctor told me to be careful in the sun

Permanent Damage from Sunburn While on Accutane?

I've been on Accutane for about 3 months. Unfortunately, I got badly sunburned last week while playing golf. To make matters worse, I

Is there photosensitivity after Accutane?

I've read a few medical articles that have found no photosensitivity in patients on Accutane, but there are stories all over the internet

Skin Damage from 2nd Degree Sunburn While on Accutane

About 8 months ago, I got a severe 2nd degree sun burn on face while on Accutane. It healed right after but a few months later skin on face

Can Accutane permanently make your skin sensitive to the sun? After taking the medicine, I itch like crazy if I get a sunburn.

Hi, I took accutane for 6 months while I was 15 years old. It was a horrible experience, but it did help my complexion after the 6 months