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On accutane 20mg daily. been 5 mths. no new pimples form but why are my existing close comedone turn into pimples? issit normal?
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Acne: The short answer is yes. Isotretinoin prevents most new acne formation. The pimples you already had may resolve quicker than if you we're not on the medication but will still need time to heal.
Answered 3/14/2015
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