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3 weeks into 60 mg on accutane. if i get a cut it heals fine so would i be able to get my cartilage pierced if my skin is healing?
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Accutane: Yes, you can have body piercings. Be sure that sterile equipment is being used and sterile technique. Keep the site clean as directed and watch for signs of infection as you normally would.
Answered 7/8/2019
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