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42 Years Old and STILL Have Acne - Memphis, TN
UPDATED FROM Female40's
2 months post
Dose increased to 50mg beginning month 3
Female40'sJune 17, 2016
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I was an 40mg for two months and the oiliness decreased significantly. It is absolutely fabulous not having to blot my skin several times daily.
My breakouts have definitely decreased, but haven't stopped completely. The MD increased my dose to 50mg and I can definitely tell a difference. My skin is dryer almost to the point of stinging. My arms have red marks... Pic included.
It's still worth it. My oily skin was so annoying. I've learned that it's better to leave breakouts alone... If I pick, the wound lasts a lot longer.
Sunscreen is a must. I went to my boys soccer games and got sunburnt, which wouldn't have happened before Accutane. Still going strong!
My breakouts have definitely decreased, but haven't stopped completely. The MD increased my dose to 50mg and I can definitely tell a difference. My skin is dryer almost to the point of stinging. My arms have red marks... Pic included.
It's still worth it. My oily skin was so annoying. I've learned that it's better to leave breakouts alone... If I pick, the wound lasts a lot longer.
Sunscreen is a must. I went to my boys soccer games and got sunburnt, which wouldn't have happened before Accutane. Still going strong!
Replies (1)
UPDATED FROM Female40's
22 days post
Almost one month since Accutane start
Female40'sApril 28, 2016
The painful bumps are going away. Now the texture of my skin is rough with little bumps all over. If I scratch them, it's like a plug of sebum comes out of it. Gross! My face is definitely less oily. I love that part of it. I go back to the doctor Monday and I hope he increases my dose.
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April 29, 2016
Tomorrow is my 28th day of Accutane. I have the white bumps on my nose and chin too. Yuck! My shine is also gone. I notice my hair is very dry. It used to be so oily. Now I'm going to have to put oil in it... I see my doctor on Monday. Not sure if I need to change my dose. I seem to be doing well. Best of luck.
UPDATED FROM Female40's
13 days post
Still breaking out
Female40'sApril 19, 2016
Currently, I look like Rudolph. Huge painful bumps on my nose, mouth, and chin.
Replies (3)
April 21, 2016
The first stage of the treatment is usually that hardest...take it one day at a time, it will get better -- hang in there.
April 22, 2016
I'm 41 and just on day 1. Sorry to hear you were having a breakout on the 18th. I hope it's improved. Best of luck.
April 23, 2016
I like you had acne at a young age.For me Accutane was the only thing that really helped. I am now 45 and have good skin.The shine will soon be gone and your pores will definitely shrink. The one real negative side effect was loss of hair. But in time my hair thickened up again. Please stay with it you will love the results.
Great to hear!! What SPF are you using?