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Does accutane prevent sebacious cysts?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Accutane: Accutane is used to treat cystic acne. Sebaceous cysts are a much less disfiguring and severe problem; Accutane does not prevent them.

Answered 9/30/2015

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