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If you take accutane for 6 months, does it have any effect on male penile growth? i.e. hinder or stunt sexual maturation?

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Dr. Emily Altman answered

Accutane & hormones: Accutane does not interfere with sexual maturation.

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

If you take accutane for 6 months, does it have any effect on male penile growth? i.e. hinder or stunt sexual maturation?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Emily Altman answered

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