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Why is surgery discouraged up to 1 yr after accutane? what are the risks?
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Delays wound healing: Accutane can significantly affect the natural healing cycle at the cellular level. It also inhibits the growth and function of sebacious gland cells in your skin. This delays healing and can increase scar formation.
Answered 6/8/2015
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