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Could my acne come back from stopping my accutane while 8 weeks into the drug?
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Yes: Acne remits on its own but there is no telling at what age. You best chance of a prolonged (months to years) remission is by taking the full course of isotretinoin. It is not for the faint-hearted but it is very effective.
Answered 12/15/2013
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