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Month 2 Of Accutane, Problem With Dermatologist

When I was on Accutane about a decade ago, dermatologists were giving it out like candy. But like JMTM asked, what is the specific problem you're having with your dermatologist?

In forum Prescription acne medications

11 years ago
Help! Pityrosporum Folliculitis Or Closed Comedones!

lamtmanhu, Do you mind posting pics of the new bumps that are spreading more and more so we have a better idea of what's going on?

In forum Acne

11 years ago
Epiduo

Piggy, You're correct in that Epiduo (a combination of adapalene and benzoyl peroxide) can increase your sensitivity to the sun. So yes you should, in my opinion, be applying sunscreen daily. You s...

In forum Prescription acne medications

11 years ago
Help! Pityrosporum Folliculitis Or Closed Comedones!

Pityrosporum folliculitis represents acne-like lesions that are caused by the overgrowth of normal yeast flora. The yeast (fungi) is present in most people but usually only becomes problematic in peo...

In forum Acne

11 years ago
Don't Know What To Do Anymore...god Help Me

What specialty is this physician that's refusing to prescribe you Accutane? Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Dermatologist? Probably a primary care doc from the sound of it. That doc is a coward....

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

11 years ago
If I Didn't Have Acne...

I had moderate-severe acne with very oily skin as a teen. Fortunately, after many trials with antibiotics, retin-A, and a roller coaster ride with Proactiv, I relented and found success after a 7 mon...

In forum Emotional and psychological effects of acne

11 years ago