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My derm put me on prednisone at the start and I COULDN'T WALK FOR DAYS. It was really painful. I called her and she told me it was skeletal muscle pain or something like that. If your Derm tells you to take the "pills from hell" STOP. Say no. Keep in mind that I'm not the only one who experienced this. Prednisone can also be used to treat severe conditions such as cancer, and other things so it has dangerous side effects.
She didn't put me on the pill.
I didn't take any I pledge program thingy.
I'll probably add some more info If I remember them!
She didn't put me on the pill.
I didn't take any I pledge program thingy.
I'll probably add some more info If I remember them!
Stuff you may want to know!
Okay, this is the last update. For people currently taking accutane: Don't lose hope! It really does take time (months) and it will feel like hell at the start, but you'll get used to it. It happened to me. Try and wear (if you're a girl) as LESS makeup as possible when at school, or going out. Drink loads of water (8glasses). Wear sunscreen/sun block cos it kinda makes your skin sensitive to the sun.
For people who want to consider taking accutane: Good luck! If you're willing to take the risk (possible side effects) then go for it!
TIP! Never think negatively! Especially about the possible side effects.
:) I hope it works for you as it did for me!
For people who want to consider taking accutane: Good luck! If you're willing to take the risk (possible side effects) then go for it!
TIP! Never think negatively! Especially about the possible side effects.
:) I hope it works for you as it did for me!
Last Update!
I am SO sorry I forgot to update the end of my journey! Okay, I started taking accutane on the 17th of feb. and finished on the 29th of June. I ran out in the middle so I stopped taking for 9 days. I wasn't worried as my Derm told me that it stays in my bloodstream(?) for as long as 30 days, if I'm correct. Anyway, it's the 28th October now- post accutane and I'm free of lumps and bumps now! I only have acne marks, but I don't have to conceal my acne too much!
Provider Review
Dr. Susan Robertson
Laser Dermatology in Box Hill. My derm Dr. Susan Robertson is really helpful. She gave me an "Accutane kit" containing lip balms, moisturisers, sunscreen, etc. Time spent with me is only 4 stars because she had to go overseas to study more. Other than that, she's great! Give her a call anytime and she'll answer in seconds.