Isotretinoin, Dermatology FAQ - Page 5

Cleansing for acne-prone skin? Hello, Doctor! Here's the situation: I previously took oral isotretinoin and developed many closed comedones of various sizes. I have been washing my face with just water, and because I was worried about not cleaning it properly, I scrubbed a l...

Can oral isotretinoin be used in conjunction with topical glycolic acid? I have been taking oral isotretinoin for over two months now, with a dosage of about 2/3 of a 20mg capsule daily. I would like to ask if it is safe to apply a glycolic acid product (concentration = 15%) in t...

Acne and Facial Cleansing Hello, doctor. Due to oral isotretinoin, I have developed many closed comedones on my nose. I would like to know if washing my nose too vigorously or rubbing it too many times, causing the comedones to be removed, will leave scars? I am using my fingerti...

Nasal acne Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if it's okay to pick my nose if I have pimples or large comedones on the tip of my nose. Does picking my nose cause pressure and distortion that could inadvertently affect the pimples or comedones? Additionally, could the pimples...

Hello, I would like to inquire about oral isotretinoin? Can oral isotretinoin be prescribed by general clinics or dermatology offices, or is it only available at large hospitals since it is prohibited for sale in pharmacies? Thank you.

Taking A acid for acne? Hello Doctor, I have a tendency to develop acne, which became severe around the age of 21. Although it doesn't cover my entire face, I usually get two or three cystic, deep-seated pimples on my cheeks and chin that are difficult to heal. These pimples...

The use of retinoic acid (A acid) in conjunction with tetracycline? Hello Doctor, Due to my oily skin, I tend to have a lot of acne. I previously took tetracycline for a while, but after a period of improvement, I stopped taking it about five months ago. Recently, my acne has r...

Oral isotretinoin, closed comedones? Hello, doctor. I am currently undergoing treatment with oral isotretinoin. Can I combine this with an almond acid peel or other methods to clear acne more quickly? I hope to accelerate the removal of acne. My facial oiliness has significantly ...

Acne scars (treatment with retinoids) Hello, I have a question regarding the issue of acne scars. Can I take weight loss tea, detox tea, or meal replacement products while using retinoids? Will it affect the effectiveness of the retinoids? What is the best time to take retinoids?

Acne can be very painful? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if taking 20mg of isotretinoin every other day during winter will reduce its effectiveness. Initially, I noticed a significant decrease in oil production on my face after starting the medication, but recently it seems l...

The side effects of using retinoids for cheilitis? I have been taking isotretinoin for almost a year and stopped for a month. I have been experiencing cheilitis for a year as well. Although it has slightly improved after stopping the medication for a month, my lip skin keeps peel...

The foreskin may peel? Hello, Dr. Wu. After masturbation or sexual intercourse, the outer skin of my genitals becomes red and feels bruised. Then, after two to three days, it starts to peel. When I shower, I can rub off the flakes like exfoliating dead skin, but it still hurts a ...

A-acid, acne, and acne scars issues! I have completed one course of isotretinoin, taking about 400 capsules, and I recently stopped the medication! Before taking isotretinoin, my acne was moderate, but during the treatment, I experienced a prolonged and severe breakout phase, rea...

Acne can be very painful? Hello, doctor. I have been taking oral isotretinoin 20mg once a day for five weeks, but I was in a minor car accident, so I need to stop the medication for a week and take other anti-inflammatory drugs. After stopping for a week, if I resume the medicati...

Acne and oral isotretinoin? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing persistent acne and comedones since middle school, and now I am in my third year of college. Initially, my dermatologist prescribed Doxycycline for three days, along with topical Clindamycin and Differin for nigh...

Issues with the use of A acid? Consulting a doctor—what should I do about the side effect of cheilitis from isotretinoin? Although my lips are no longer as dry and cracked as they were initially, the area around my lips is red, and the corners of my mouth look like they have chap...

Is it safe to undergo laser treatments or chemical peels while taking oral isotretinoin? I have been taking 20mg of isotretinoin for a month, and my acne has decreased. I am considering undergoing a fractional laser and a pulsed dye laser treatment soon. Can I have laser treatmen...

Treatment of sebaceous cysts? I am experiencing issues with multiple sebaceous glands. Are there any effective treatments available, such as surgery or carbon dioxide laser therapy that I found online, or are there other methods? Oral isotretinoin has not worked for me. I would a...

Can patients with autoimmune arthritis use oral isotretinoin to treat acne? Hello, due to the severity of my acne, topical treatments have not been effective. I found online that I might consider using oral isotretinoin for treatment, but I have arthritis and am currently undergo...

Acne treatment 1. Is isotretinoin suitable for treating severe (widespread) pustular acne in a 14-year-old adolescent? If so, is liver function testing necessary before starting the medication? Are there any long-term side effects associated with its use? (The doctor has currentl...