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What Causes Acne On The Face?

Hello I have been thinking of trying Accutane for my acne, I have mostly hormonal acne and I break out on my face, back and bum which is very annoying. I have done rounds of antibiotics, I have taken birth control and tried several different topical creams like benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid and sulfur I have even taken to organic methods and vitamins. Now I ve read up on side effects and all that but I m trying to see if you can take Accutane when you have Thalassemia B Minor which is a hereditary blood disorder. I know they do blood tests to check if your liver and cholesterol are ok but will my blood disorder cause me to be ill while on Accutane or am I even a candidate to take it?
Wed, 26 Sep 2018
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Hello,

Acuntane is indicated in severe nodular acne with nodules size more than 5 mm with hemorrhagic or cystic changes. This Isotretinoin cream or capsule contains many side effects.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu ,
Internal Medicine Specialist
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What Causes Acne On The Face?

Hello, Acuntane is indicated in severe nodular acne with nodules size more than 5 mm with hemorrhagic or cystic changes. This Isotretinoin cream or capsule contains many side effects. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist