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After researching fibromyalgia/ibs, i discovered it is linked to accutane. its ruined my life and i hardly leave the house. tips on overcoming this?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Difficult situation: A small percentage of people who take Accutane develop fibromalgia or ibs. The most important thing for your recovery is finding a doctor that you are comfortable with who can help you find the best treatments. A functional medicine doc might be the best route to go. Regular exercise, a healthy diet, good sleep and stress reduction are crucial. Some medications can be helpful.
Answered 5/7/2016
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See a specialist: See a physician with expertise in managing fibromyalgia, perhaps a rheumatologist who can also assure that your problem is not accutane-induced enthesitis.
Answered 5/7/2016
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