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Broke out with cystic acne a month & a half ago. haven't been to dermatologist due to trying to conceive afraid treatments will interfere. what to do?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See your: gynecologist and a dermatologist. Both should know what you can and can't take. They may even be able to consult with one another on your care.

Answered 11/18/2015

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