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can my acne heal after using accutane?
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Accutane: You are still having acne at 37 and have been recently treated with Accutane? I have my doubts about your age which I believe to be under 16 and am unable to provide you with a response.
Answered on Sep 29, 2016
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For a while: You'll be free for at least several months, maybe a few years. Acne eventually self-cures altogether but there's no predicting when. In the meantime, ... Read More
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Accutane: Accutane is the strongest medication for acne to date.
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Won't work: In spite of what you've read on entertainment websites, topical oils won't touch acne scars. I'm glad you're finally getting proper treatment. If you ... Read More
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Yes: Mederma is safe to use after accutane. Its effectiveness has not been proven, whereas time will reduce redness.
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