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I got off accutane 7 months ago. is acne airborne? can i catch it if i talk to someone with acne while i have cuts on my face or neck? bleeding cuts?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

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Relax: Acne is not contagious. Feel free to have supportive conversations with other sufferers.

Answered 3/16/2016

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A member asked:

I got off accutane 7 months ago. is acne airborne? can i catch it if i talk to someone with acne while i have cuts on my face or neck? bleeding cuts?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

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