Accutane - Acne problems

[JSilver]

Took Accutane awhile ago in high school. My Acne was severe but I really wanted to rid of my acne. I've tried many other things such as ProActive.ProActive works, but only for a short period of time. My body adapted to the formula and it stopped working.

So i went through a whole bunch of other garbage products till my Dermo. suggested Accutane. This stuff works wonders! I was on it for 3 months and my face was super clear once I had gotten off. It cleared up previous dark pigmentation from previous acne as well. The only side effect I had was dry skin. It has many other side effects but it depends from patient to patient.

When on the product your actually suppose to be seeing your Dermo. every two weeks just to see how your skin and body is handling the medicine.

Expensive product too but it works.

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after years of trying various face washes, treatments (non prescription), products you'd find at london drugs, i was sick of it. i didn't like using products with unpronouncable ingredients, ingredients possibly linked to cancer/illnesses, that didn't even work. for hte last year i've been trying natural (edible) products. recently i tried oil of oregano and OMG does it work for me. it's apparently a VERY strong antibacterial/antifungal/antimicrobial oil. and i use organic coconut oil to moisturize.

[Spidey]

Originally Posted by LiquidTurbo

Everyone says diet has zero affect on pimples, blah blah blah.. but whenever I eat a fair bit of chips, I ALWAYS get a pimple. I've tested this more times than I can remember.

So its my personal belief that diet can definitely impact your skin.

acne (if not teenage acne that is mainly due to hormones) are exactly from yoru diet. there is ONE cause for everyone, but acne is almost always due to a food sensitivity that you have... whether it be from dairy, to gluten etc... Google Candida and acne, and or food sensitivity and acne.

on the other side of things, if not food related, it could also be psychological... stress CAN cause acne, and personal psychological issues can as well.... It isn't as simple as bacteria and or fungus... It CAN be.. not most serious cases aren't that simple.. and it lies way beneath the skin... if it were that simple... topical solutions would work for everyone, but it doesn't.

Taking shit like accutane onlly MASKS the issue... it is like constantly taking advil everyday to get rid of daily headaches/migraines... wouldn't you want to know what the root of the problem is?? I have also seen tonnes of ads on tv regarding legal counselling for those who have had side effects from accutane.

[melloman]

I was on accutane for the max period allowable.. (about 10months to 1 year?) when I was in my teens. Went to my dermo. every 2 weeks, and got blood tests every 2 weeks to once a month. Main side affects for me were dry lips (like cancor (sp?) sores), some dry skin but not bad. Got prescribed some cream (more like grease) for my lips but nothing bad. I was warned before treatment that you could have bad reactions to the drugs; extreme mood swings, white count drops significantly, stomach/digestive problems.

Yet I would like to clear up all the bullshit by saying.. The treatment is EXTREME, but it does work VERY WELL. I only use a facial cleanser/wash since treatment and my skin stays 100% clear, and before Accutane i had BIG problems with acne all over my face. Thus having this extreme drug means you HAVE TO MONITOR IT. That's why I went to dermo and to get blood test every 2 weeks. It's just precautions a GOOD dermo. would take. Just keep that in mind if you do take this drug.

[Spidey]

Originally Posted by melloman

I was on accutane for the max period allowable.. (about 10months to 1 year?) when I was in my teens. Went to my dermo. every 2 weeks, and got blood tests every 2 weeks to once a month. Main side affects for me were dry lips (like cancor (sp?) sores), some dry skin but not bad. Got prescribed some cream (more like grease) for my lips but nothing bad. I was warned before treatment that you could have bad reactions to the drugs; extreme mood swings, white count drops significantly, stomach/digestive problems.

Yet I would like to clear up all the bullshit by saying.. The treatment is EXTREME, but it does work VERY WELL. I only use a facial cleanser/wash since treatment and my skin stays 100% clear, and before Accutane i had BIG problems with acne all over my face. Thus having this extreme drug means you HAVE TO MONITOR IT. That's why I went to dermo and to get blood test every 2 weeks. It's just precautions a GOOD dermo. would take. Just keep that in mind if you do take this drug.

It is good that you had a good dermo... but this drug has been lifted for sale and prescription for a reason... Everyone reacts differently, and there must have been a very substantial number to raise a red flag that big. Drug companies already get away with A LOT in terms of side effects.

[gilly]

seriously considering to do this. I think skin dryness is a pretty common side affect from what I have read. What kind of lotion did you guys use to help your skin?

Also, does it cure other pimples on your body other than your face?

This can be prescribed by a family doctor right?

I am just sick of this bs, several years of low self esteem and useless acne cream products. Think I am going to pull the trigger on this one.

[d1]

Accutane cures acne everywhere. I didn't use any other cream while I was on it. Your family doctor can prescribe it, but they usually leave that to the discretion of a dermatologist.
Personally I'd encourage you to take it. I've been off it for nearly a year now and it hasn't come back. No long lasting side effects for me either.

[JSilver]

Originally Posted by gilly

seriously considering to do this. I think skin dryness is a pretty common side affect from what I have read. What kind of lotion did you guys use to help your skin?

Also, does it cure other pimples on your body other than your face?

This can be prescribed by a family doctor right?

I am just sick of this bs, several years of low self esteem and useless acne cream products. Think I am going to pull the trigger on this one.

Honestly, give the medicine a shot. If you react to it, jump off it right away. I've gone on it and all my acne was completely cleared with zero side effects. I suggest thoroughly speaking with your dermatologist first though.

I still get a pimple here or there, but in those cases its usually do to sleeping extremely late, leaning my chin on my hand or even just touching my face. Keeping a clear face also includes drinking tons of water. I've noticed water helped a lot during my highschool years.

As for BlueG2 stating it only masks the problem? I'm not entirely sure, but for me it worked wonders. Accutane got to the source and did its job unlike topical medicines my dermatologist prescribed before.

I use to take this other medication where I had to intake 2 large yellow pills. I'll find the name of it and maybe you can suggest trying it after speaking with your dermatologist about it.

Good luck.

[gilly]

Thanks guys. I made an appointment on Monday.

[Spidey]

Originally Posted by JSilver

Honestly, give the medicine a shot. If you react to it, jump off it right away. I've gone on it and all my acne was completely cleared with zero side effects. I suggest thoroughly speaking with your dermatologist first though.

I still get a pimple here or there, but in those cases its usually do to sleeping extremely late, leaning my chin on my hand or even just touching my face. Keeping a clear face also includes drinking tons of water. I've noticed water helped a lot during my highschool years.

As for BlueG2 stating it only masks the problem? I'm not entirely sure, but for me it worked wonders. Accutane got to the source and did its job unlike topical medicines my dermatologist prescribed before.

I use to take this other medication where I had to intake 2 large yellow pills. I'll find the name of it and maybe you can suggest trying it after speaking with your dermatologist about it.

Good luck.

by masking the problem, i meant, it is almost the same as someone taking hydroxycut while still eating bad foods and excessive calories... you need to get to the root of the problem, whether it is something you are eating (and it does not have to be junk food, it can be something as simple as dairy or broccoli). OR like i mentioned, stress... etc

http://www.your-best-acne-treatment....tane-work.html

the "root" of the problem isnt the sebum or bacteria deep inside the skin... something is causing this inflammation or flare up.. something is causing this bacteria to cause an adverse reaction within your skin and sebum... by eliminating sebum, it does reduce your chances of acne, but compare yourself to the next person with sebum and think about why they don't have acne issues. They probably aren't having adverse reactions to certain foods like you do, and again, psychological issues plays a huge role in cortisol and other hormonal chemicals that are released within your body.

all doctors will prescribe medication for almost everything... go see a very good and reputable naturopath... but then again, it is like asking someone who is overweight to see a personal trainer and commit to fitness 2-3x a week for the rest of their life, rather than taking a fat burning pill and using the abtronic.. most people will be more inclined to popping a pill and sitting back.

[JSilver]

I see.

Either way Accutane it worked for me.

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i've noticed that taking fish oil and multivitamin helped alot for me

[gdoh]

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