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What drug(s) may interact with ACCUTANE (isotretinoin)?

• alcohol
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• corticosteroids (example: prednisone)
• medicines for seizures
• orlistat
• other drugs that make you more sensitive to the sun such as sulfa drugs
• progestin-only birth control hormones (examples: 'Minipills' like Aygestin®, Micronor®, Nor-QD® or injectable/implantable products such as Depo-Provera® or Norplant®)
• tetracycline antibiotics (examples: doxycycline, tetracycline)
• vitamins and other supplements containing vitamin A
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7 Rules On Care Of A Problem Skin

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Councils about care of a problem skin. How to choose cosmetics for skin purification at acnes.

The correct care of a skin it is more narrow half of victory over spots and acnes. The care of a skin will allow to intercept new rashes, to reduce treatment terms, will reduce requirement for medicines and cosmetic procedures.

1. To begin with try not to squeeze out spots. The occluded comedoes and inflammatory devices of an eruption cannot neither be squeezed out, nor to dissect. It follow-up damages a skin, enhances an inflammation, promotes an infection contamination and can cause scars. If you cannot overcome desire that revert to the expert.

2. Wash the face twice a day, but be not overzealous with washing, spots do not arise from a dirty skin. Too frequent washing can provoke an inflammation. Instead of ordinary soap it is better to use special, and also refining skins or gels (routinely names contain words cleansing, cleanser or directly specify in use at fat / to a problem skin, predilection to acnes). Wash simply arms, easy locomotions, with warm water, after washing put a towel, instead of triturate it a skin. Yield a skin to dry up 10-15 minutes before drawing of any agents against spots.

3. If at you "oily" type of a hair, wash them every day with suitable shampoo. Do not allow a hair to occlude a face skin, forehead, temples. Avoid cosmetics fat and containing an oil for a hair.

4. Use such cosmetics and agents of hygiene which suit a fat skin. Normally they contain an inscription «non-comedogenic», i.e. do not promote formation of comedoes, an occlusion of dermal pores. Same concerns a make-up and protective sunburn creams. At use of many aboriginal drugs from spots wetting agents (moisturizer, it is ordinary this milk) will be necessary for you. They can possess sun-protection properties (SPF).

5. Spare a skin from an abudant solar irradiating. Do not use sun decks. That the sun itself will cure spots - a myth, instead of a reality. Sunburn only masks spots. Tendency promptly to receive sunburn quite often conducts to skin photodamage, and it threatens with a carcinoma cutaneum, a melanoma. Some agents of treatment of acnes increase sensitivity of a skin to an ultraviolet.

6. Avoid abrasion of a skin in those places where routinely there are spots. This council concerns not only clothes and dressings, but also the playing sports bound to use of protective inventory (top sections, overlays, etc.). The open skin should not adjoin to them.

7. For daily care of a problem face skin, inclined to acnes, it is released much only. For example, the scraps, helping to peel high layer of a skin and to discover pores (it is possible to use 1-2 times a week if there is no inflammation). Try also refining lotions and napkins - 2 times a day. Choose soft, not the revellents approaching your skin. Some agents on a leaving can not be combined with peeling drugs for treatment of acnes.

If you already apply any outside agent to treatment of acnes, yield it to work. Skin purification make not after, and before drawing of a medical drug. Choose for all it suitable time.

The correct care of a skin will bring to you a lot of advantage. But do not count that only care of a skin will relieve you of spots. Such it is possible not always and not to all.

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Hormones And Skin

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Man's sexual hormones and skin. Testosterone, other androgens also that on them influences.

Formation of dermal grease is boosted by man's sexual hormones - androgens. The most active androgens - testosterone, 5-testosterone (dihydrotestosterone, DHT) and 5-androstendiol. Despite of the name, man's sexual hormones is and at women. Androgens are produced by sexual glands: at men in testicles, at women - in ovaries. Both female, and man's sexual glands are checked by hormones of a pituitary body - a member which is being a brain.








testosterone








dihydrotestosterone (DHT)








5-androstendiol

In a skin activity of androgens strengthens some ferments (an androgen - reductases I of type, 5-alpha-reductase). These ferments transmute less active androgens into more active: testosterone and DHT (5-testosterone). Crates of a follicle have receptors of androgens and can accept signals from them.

Changes in a level of the hormones, descending during puberty, explain occurrence of spots in teenagers.

Activity of sebaceous glands can variate and at some diseases of endocrine system: a pituitary body, paranephroses, or man's and female sexual glands. The quantity of dermal grease on a skin thus increases or contracts.

The reinforced formation of dermal grease, seborrhea and acnes can educe not only from pinch of the common level of sexual hormones in a blood. The most part of testosterone in a blood is bound by special protein SHBG (the globulin binding sexual hormones). Deficiency SHBG result ins to strengthening of the free testosterone which is joined to receptors in sebaceous glands. Activity of ferment 5-alpha-reductases can be increased at some people. As a result at these people on sebaceous glands react more active androgens. Sensitivity of a skin and sebaceous glands to androgens at some people also appears higher.

Female sexual hormones - the estrogens used in hormonal contraception, reduce formation of dermal grease. The same effect drugs - can yield antiandrogens.

Purpose of drugs of testosterone to boys up to period of puberty (or progesterones with androgenic properties) boosts formation of dermal grease ice and promotes development of acnes.

And still, androgens - not the single hormones influencing operation of sebaceous glands. Similar influence is rendered with a growth hormone and an insulinoid growth factor.

Some states related to the hormonal status of the person, can worsen a state of a skin. It is a syndrome of polycystic ovaries (at women), Cushing syndrome (from the long-term treatment by steroid hormones). Also failure of ferments which control formation of sexual hormones: for example, sterol-hydroxylases, that descends very seldom, and also depression and the strong psychologic stress.

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Why There Are Scars?

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Scars after acnes as a consequence of an inflammation and fracture of tissues. Phylums of scars after pimples.

Scars are formed in those places where there is the strong damage and fracture of tissues. In a skin it is the copulative tissue surrounding hair follicles, and sometimes - hypodermic cellulose.

Scars arise during response of tissues to damage, process of an adhesion of wounds. When something collapses, formed "hole" is closed up by those materials of which the copulative tissue is constructed. First of all, it is a collagen. Process of an adhesion and a cicatrization of each damage lasts about one month.

"Repair" of tissues descends in terminating stage of an inflammation. At an inflammation of a tissue are always damaged. When it is enough fracture greater, or process of an adhesion is broken, the former structure of a tissue sometimes is not recovered. The scar is formed on its place.

At acnes are formed two phylums of scars - atrophic and hypertrophic. The arrest of development means a deficiency of propagation, and a hypertrophy - excess. The strong or feeble ability of a copulative tissue form a collagen can to be a specific feature of the person. On different fields of a skin formation of a cicatrical tissue goes with different intensity, it depends on blood supply of the yielded area. For example, on cheeks occurrence of scars more possibly, than on temples.

At atrophic scars formation of a collagen goes with small intensity, it suffices only on repair of walls of "hole". Such holes are the flaws of the skin which have arisen after fracture of a follicle and a copulative tissue surrounding it, and even hypodermic cellulose. Fracture can be greater - and scars can be deep and wide. It is characteristic for heavy shapes of disease.

Besides attempts to squeeze out and dissect spots invoke additional damage of tissues - so, and occurrence of scars. Thus in a wound the infection contamination that else complicates an adhesion can be brought.

At hypertrophic scars formation of a collagen goes more strongly, than it is required, and the scar rises above a surface of a skin. The expressed hypertrophic scars-keloids it is possible to expect at the people predisposed to such response at a genetical level. They have inborn features of synthesis of a collagen and formation of a scar goes more longly - for example, at many people with a dark skin.

Most the poor in scars - that they do not peter. They remain for a long time, and without treatment for ever. Scars cannot dissolve. Any treatment of scars includes their physical removal - bodily or stratums.

During an aging people lose a dermal collagen, approximately on 1 % a year, since 40 years. Therefore at older persons some scars become more appreciable, and others - are less appreciable.

The main thing that it is necessary to remember about scars are that at acnes they arise only as a consequence of an inflammation. The one who can prevent the strong inflammation, can avoid and occurrences of scars.

The main thing to make it, yet late.

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Dermal Grease

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Dermal grease: its composition and changes in different periods of life. Lipids and a protective mantle of a leather.

What consists of dermal grease? It is the complex intermixture from different materials similar to grease - lipids. The composition of dermal grease includes glycerides (more than 40 %), the free fatty acids (16 %), Aethers of wax (up to 25 %), squalene (12 %) and a cholesterin. Triglycerides of dermal grease mold up to the free fatty acids bacteria. Some of them form the volatile fatty acids, attaching has begun to smell to a leather. Dermal grease has no of odour.

On a surface of a leather grease is a part of a so-called protective mantle - a stratum formed by a secret of glands of a leather, its microflora and exfoliated corny scales. Because of acid medium on a surface of a leather (pH 4-5,5) it name also «an acidic mantle».

Dermal grease carries out some functions. It interferes with leakage of water and insiccation of a leather, protects from a fault acidic or an alkaline condition, interferes with a heading of bacteria. A mantle - the first protective barrier of a leather solving its many problems. Dermal grease is a natural care of a leather without which she would become dry, inclined to faults and flaws.

One of fatty acids of dermal grease, linoleic acid kills activity of the ferments participating during a keratinization of crates of a leather.

Dermal glands start to work for a nucleus, under activity of parent and natural hormones. The child is environed by caseous or waxy lubrication (lat. vernix caseosa). In the first 3-6 months after a birth a composition of dermal grease at the baby almost same, as well as at the adult. Then, up to 8-years age, in its composition becomes less wax and squalene, but it is more than cholesterin. During puberty production of dermal grease goes much more actively, being incremented almost to 5 times at men. At women of grease it is produced a little bit less, more appreciable decrease descends with the years - especially during a menopause.

Some diseases and the states related with endocrine systemic and hormones, can result in to pinch or decrease of production of dermal grease. The same effect is yielded also with some medicinal preparations.

Changes of a composition of dermal grease also can contribute to evolution of acnes - in particular, a deficiency of a linoleic acid. The increased content of grease result ins to change of a composition of lipids on a surface of a leather, to decrease of quantity of a linoleic acid - that can promote the reinforced keratinization in a follicle and its blockage.

The state at which production of grease and greasiness of a leather is appreciablly incremented, is called as a seborrhea.

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Why There Are Acne?

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Why there are spots? Mechanisms of occurrence of acne, comedones and inflammations of sebaceous glands.

The single reason of occurrence of a pimple does not exist.
Two are considered as main mechanisms of evolution of acne:

1. The reinforced production of dermal grease.
2. Blockage of an ostium of a follicle.

Activity of sebaceous glands appreciablly increases during puberty. Under effect of androgens occurrence of new crates both in a sebaceous gland, and in a follicle (keratinization) is sped up. Desquamated crates inside of a follicle becomes more. Masses of keratin, the desquamated crates, mixed with a plenty of dermal grease, can block an ostium of a follicle. So there is a cork - a comedo, or acne (the mechanism of its occurrence is shown in a picture).



Evolution of a comedo (picture).
By fingers the incremented quantity of dermal grease and desquamated crates from walls of a follicle is shown.
The hair follicle is dilated and strained.
















Evolution of a comedo (tissue specimen).
In an ostium of a hair follicle cork, the future comedo is shaped. Sebaceous glands are incremented, their ostiums are dilated.















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1 - cork in an ostium of a hair follicle. 2 - the incremented sebaceous glands.

In the meantime, the reinforced production of dermal grease prolongs. Cork does not yield him an outcroping of a leather, and the follicle swells from grease. Sometimes there is a disrupture of a follicle.

In the blocked follicle bacteria collect. Activity of bacteria provokes an inflammation of a follicle. So there are inflammatory devices of a pimple - acne. The disrupture of a follicle result ins to extending of an inflammation around.

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Bacteria and acne

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Bacteria - one of the main reasons of evolution of acnes. They promote an inflammation. P. acnes oozes stimulating materials and interreacts with leucocytes.

Bacteria term among the main reasons of occurrence of acnes. The role of bacteria consists in evolution of an inflammation.
Different germs can populate a leather and hair follicles. These are so-called propionibacteria: Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) and Propionibacterium granulosum, and also dermal staphilococcus Staphylococcus epidermidis. Except for them, on a leather and in sebaceous glands other bacteria, funguses (for example, Malassezia - a change agent of a dandruff and a seborrheal dermatitis) and ticks Demodex who can play a role in evolution of pink acnes are constantly or temporarily detected. The numbered germs do not call sicknesses of a leather in the majority of people. They are representatives of normal microflora of a leather. They are related to diseases only when for this purpose the special requirements - for example, blockage of a follicle and excessive activity of sebaceous glands are framed.

For 2-3 years before sexual maturity of the person population P. acnes on a leather is sharply incremented: from 1-10 up to millions bacteria on 1 sm².

The quantity of bacteria on a leather and in a follicle is not related directly to gravity acne. This quantity is defined by a composition of materials on a surface of a leather, one of which bacteria use in nutriment, and others, on the contrary, interfere with their propagation. Besides propagation of bacteria is influenced with access of oxygen and acidity of a leather. P. acnes lives in a follicle below a level of a leather, not requiring in oxygen. Blockage of a follicle does not prevent, but can help manifolding P. acnes.

How bacteria call an inflammation? Ferments of bacteria of a lipase, proteinase, phosphatase and a hyalrunate-liase can split lipids, protein and other materials inside of a follicle and on a surface of a leather, to damage crates. For example, lipases split triglycerides of dermal grease ice up to the free fatty acids - nutrients. It promotes manifolding of bacteria in a follicle.

P. acnes forms the different materials serving by mediators ("messengers") of an inflammation. These materials penetrate for limits of a follicle and involve crates-leukocytes from a copulative cloth surrounding a follicle. P. acnes contacts moleculas-receptors of leucocytes then those ooze the whole gang of materials: interleukins 8 and 12, the factor of a necrosis of tumours. These materials, in turn, influence other crates that result ins to evolution of inflammatory response.

At acnes sick of heavy shapes guess the special response to bacteria - a hypersensitivity, that is some kind of an allergy.
In spite of the fact that bacteria "promote" occurrence of spots, acnes are not infectious. Participation of bacteria in evolution acne is considered secondary, but necessary for occurrence of inflammatory elements of acnes.

It explains efficiency of antibiotics and antiseptics, as one of main resorts of treatment of acnes and care of a leather, inclined to spots.

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Acne and psychology

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Ordinary acnes can reduce a self-rating and quality of life, to provoke psychologic problems. All this can be overcome, having started treatment of acnes.

Of acnes do not die. But this sickness all the same prevents to live.

One of founders of dermatology has told, that there is no sickness which has framed more than mental traumas, uncertainty, experiences and suffering, than ordinary acnes.

Very longly this fact did not note. Besides earlier acnes almost did not treat, to it did not pay attention. Acnes are at all - anything terrible, will peter.
Actually, ordinary acnes are at all « anything terrible ». They lead up some people and to depression. The main thing not only that to everyone would be desirable to be beautiful, and with acnes it does not get out.
The state of a leather can seem so to the poor, that the person with acnes avoids dialogue with other people, is ashamed to seem to them on an eye. With a problem become summer holiday and playing sports - in fact undressing, it is necessary to unclose a breast and a back.

Difficulties in dialogue with an opposite floor are especially heavy accepted. Many think, that with acnes on the face it is impossible to be attractive, somebody to like. Sometimes it is possible to hear and "comments" to address of the leather. And the some ordinary acnes frame unusual difficulties - prevent to study, get a job, promote. People lose confidence of, restrict the circle of dialogue, remain alone with the problems.

How to size up agency of acnes on quality of life and a self-rating in your event?

Having transited psychologic test APSEA or coefficient CADI.

Whether there is a medicine for these problems? Yes, there is.

Think. You not one. Acnes are at million people. They are, were or will be almost at everyone whom you know. They can be seen, for example, at kind ten Hollywood celebrities. People cope with this problem, and you it can too. Do not yield acnes of the check of your consciousness.

In any event, you always have an exit. Take, yes get rid of acnes.
If all is bad also you do not consult, but to the doctor to go be afraid, break this barrier. You do not shock the doctor - he precisely saw such events, as yours. And, most likely, both heavier. And all of them can be cured. Already some examinations have shown, that successful treatment of acnes recovers quality of life and raises a self-rating.

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Small tricks to take care of the skin with acne

1. The oily skin, and even more problematic when, doctors recommend wash twice a day, and after each physical work or sports. The process of washing should glorified as cleaning and disinfecting the skin.

2.Movement in the washing must begin with the chin, nose and forehead to the border of hair growth.

3.Comedones or as they are called "black spots" is not dirt. This is the color of the pigment, which meets in inflammation ground. Their hands were strictly prohibited.

4. The face wash to make better use of a special antibacterial soap, which was partially kills bacteria and makes it difficult for them to expand. Use soap, which contains sulfur. More frequent washing and additional purification using various skin lotions, cosmetic milk, especially if they are in the alcohol and its derivatives could lead to irritate skin and cause inflammation.

5.They do not enjoy cleaning tools with abrasives.

6.Not ground face keys swabs.

7. Not steam out skin of face.

8.After washing face wet dry disposable absorbent papers that when wet in the water and not shied away and flakes.

9. Any creams, including drugs cause only a dry skin. Better after washing wait 20-30 minutes for the face dry, and only then do drugs.

10.Do not use common towels or body-towels, which you use after taking a bath.

11. Usually acne disease provokes increase fat hair. And then have to wash the head more often. Remember that when washing head, it is very important that the shampoo does not reach the skin. Try also to rinsing his hair as little as possible on the face.

12.People with oily and problematic skin often use make-up. All cosmetics should be water-based (in the first place should be water).

13. Do not use grease or its derivatives, cocoa butter and not to cause skin vitamin E.

14. Fatty creams directly from the refrigerator to use is not recommended. This cream must be in the hands of heat (or heat hands by rubbing palms), and then cause the face.

15. Any drug that is on the skin, should be tested on a small area of skin. Usually it or leather elbow or wrist, where rubbing a small amount of drugs. And within 12 hours or days governing the response of the skin.

16. It is not recommended that the chemical peel. This can cause damage to the protective barrier of skin, which in turn trigger the skin to even greater action to defend themselves.

17. Draw attention to the work of the stomach, urinary and endocrine systems. Make blood tests, as well as to determine hormonal in organism.

18. Remember that treatment only controls the appearance of acne, but is not exempt from them completely. Do not stop treatment even when your skin will be in order. Acne is at least one month before becoming visible.
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Elements (types) of acne

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There are the primary items that will occur during the scars of illness, and secondary - who remain at the primary site.

Primary cells are of two types - inflammatory and noninflammatory. This division is suspended, and "inflamed" characteristic is primarily concerned with the external "inflamed" - reddening of the skin and swelling.

The noninflammatory elements are mixed comedones and sometimes cyst.
- white heads (close comedones)

- black heads (open comedones)

- cyst

Comedones or acne, are of two types : open and closed. Closed comedones look like white points, or nodules, were white "head". Open comedones look like black dots (often called them and sometimes also say "black heads"). Comedones increasingly placed on the forehead and chin.
The inflammatory elements (radicals) are papules and blisters, as well as nodules.

- papules

- pustule

- nodules

Papules look like small dense knots to 5 mm in diameter, red poetic on the surface of skin. Many small papul can give hilly skin type.

Pustules (background) less dense skin, as they represent the cavity filled with suffering. Pus then went to the surface. The pustules formed in follicle, usually a hair. Pustules small size (up to 5 mm) and usually do not form scars.

Nodules - larger (more than 5 mm) deep and rigid structure. They are often painful. Dissolution nodules leads to the formation of cyst. On-site nodules scars remain.

Cyst with acne disease different from normal cyst - cavities under the skin. Typically, they are located against the backdrop of inflammation, appear red or purple. They also can be very painful and form scars behind. Frequently, a cyst alternating with the "slip" fistula moves and bridge scars.

Secondary elements in acne rash is a crust of get pustules and cysts, sometimes flakes. These include excoriation and is the result of squeezing, attempts to remove blotches. On the ground, aging may be different spots, pink or red on the spot recently discovered pustules light or dark (pigmented) for the old.

Simple, small pink or red spots remaining at the old elements rashes usually disappear after a few weeks.

The different elements rashes said on its severity, which can be assessed.
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Signs and symptoms of acne

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Acne rashes have different elements, some skin lesions. Elements skin can be a lot or very little. At the same time on the same site, the skin can have different skin. All of them are located on the ground sebaceous glands. The biggest cancer is skin, chest and back, where there are blotches.

Typical location acne rashes (scheme). On the left front, right rear. The points marked the typical places rashes. Blotches are located in places frequented largest sebaceous glands of skin : on the head / face (head, whiskey, cheek, nose nosogubnye creases, chin), neck to the front and rear, on his chest and back (upper part), at the top of the shoulder. Acne rashes can grab one or more of these zones.

Signs and symptoms of acne disease over time supplemented its consequences, the most serious of them are scars.
There are the few forms of acne disease, each of which is dominated by certain elements rashes. Severe forms of skin may appear immediately or gradually, following the usual acne and acne.
It is important to assess the severity of acne illness to find the right approach to treatment. Complications acne disease can be caused by errors in treatment or inappropriate care of the skin.
It is also important to know the correct diagnosis and prevent any confusion acne rashes with other diseases like it.

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3 Cystic Acne Removal Options

by Rebecca Prescott

Cystic acne is one type of acne vulgaris, and can be more difficult to remove than other forms of acne as it occurs deep in the skin rather than on the surface. It is caused when oil glands under the skin become blocked and then burst, causing inflammation of the tissue around them. If you have cystic acne you will experience large painful bumps similar to cysts, but not necessarily white or blackheads on the skin's surface.

There are a number of ways to remove cystic acne, but the first thing to make sure of is that you don't squeeze the spots. This may cause a deeper infection and further tissue inflammation which will take longer to heal.

The first treatment that you should try is benzoyl peroxide which you can buy yourself over the counter, or have prescribed by your dermatologist, and which should be applied directly to the pimples over a period of time. If this doesn't work it may be time to move onto a more intense form of cystic acne treatment.

The most effective treatment of severe cystic acne is isotretinoin, also known as accutane. This oral medication should be taken regularly over a period of up to twenty weeks and works by reducing the size of the oil producing glands, as well as limiting the shedding of skin cells. It also makes the skin cells less sticky so they are less likely to cause a blockage.

Isotretinoin is a strong drug and has various side effects, so your dermatologist will give you a thorough assessment before prescribing it and at various times throughout the course of treatment. Physically it can cause inflamed lip and eye membranes, dry skin, mouth or nose, muscle aches, nose bleeds and vision problems. It can even cause increased blood cholesterol and changes in liver function.

Mental risks associated with it include depression, psychosis and suicidal thoughts. For this reason it will not be subscribed to anyone with a history of depression, and you will be closely monitored whist you are taking the drug.

A final risk associated with this medication is the development of birth defects in unborn babies. It will never be prescribed to pregnant women and women of child bearing age are encouraged to use at least two methods of contraception whilst taking the drug.

Another possibility for treating cystic acne is intra-lesional corticosteroid therapy. This involves an injection of dilute cortisone solution directly into the cyst. It provides fast relief from pain and clears the pimple quickly. However, it is not a long term cure and does not necessarily prevent the acne from returning.

Your final option to remove cystic acne would be acne surgery which is the physical removal of the material forming the blockages and causing the lesions. This needs to be done by a professional dermatologist and followed up by a course of antibiotics to ensure it does not cause further infection.

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Treating Acne Tips And Guidance

by Robert Sheehan

Acne is a condition that needs proper and timely care and cure. Acne can be troublesome and stubborn; at the same time, it can be a cause of acute depression. So, treat it before it becomes a severe problem. Treating acne is not a very easy task. Before you are going in for a treatment, you should try to retrieve detailed information from the various sources about the different acne treatments available.

The three different acne conditions - mild, moderate and severe - should be treated in three different ways. Treat mild acne by first washing the area with warm water and soap and then apply a cream that incorporates Benzoyl Peroxide or salicylic acid.

If your acne is in moderate stage (that is when it covers half your face), then you can see a dermatologist in order to handle the situation quickly. The treatment can be a light therapy or prescription treatment like an antimicrobial and Retinoid cream. You can also go in for an oral acne treatment.

As your acne reaches the severe stage, the pimples and zits become deep, inflamed and cyst like. These can leave ugly marks on your skin and so you should always try to treat your acne problem before it reaches this stage. Oral antibiotics and medications such as Accutane can be used at this stage.

Different Acne Problems And Their Cures

First, try to understand which parts of your body can be affected by acne - usually the face, arms, neck, back and legs are the worst affected areas.

You can use Benzoyl Peroxide for acne treatment .You can obtain it from any pharmacy at different strength-level starting from 2.5%. It helps unclog blocked pores, which reduces the activity of the sebaceous glands, resulting in lowered levels of sebum. You can also go in for a Retonoid treatment. These are very effective in curing black heads, white heads and comedonal acne.

Then there are popular acne medications prescribed by doctors like the Menocyline, Tretinoin, Tetracycline and Accutane, etc. You can also go for a natural acne treatment. You should exercise regularly and have a balanced natural diet. The best way to get rid of acne is to treat the cause of acne.

You can remove acne scars by using homemade chemical peels or go for a doctor-administered session. Nowadays, many people are opting for laser treatments like the Light, YAG or carbon dioxide laser. However, the best way to keep acne problems at bay is to attend to them at the right time and obtain the right information for its treatment.

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What Adult Acne Treatments Really Work?

by Ken Black

Contrary to popular belief, acne isn't just restricted to teenagers. And in the same way that this skin ailment can cause untold distress and embarrassment in teens of both sexes, so can it have the same effect on those who suffer from it in later life. With figures showing that as much as a quarter of adult males will suffer from acne at some stage, and double that amount of adult women, the market for adult acne treatment has never been more popular.

Since acne can affect people well into middle age and beyond, defining what causes it in the first place is one of the best ways to know how to combat adult acne. Treatment can vary, from the simplest yet effective remedies to minor surgical procedures in the very severe cases. One of the causes of adult acne has been found to be hormonal deficiencies. Therefore, speak to your doctor first, as they can arrange hormonal treatment for your acne if this is the case.

If it's less serious acne that ointments and creams can treat, one of the best and most effective options available is benzoyl peroxide. This is a simple ointment that you can buy over the counter at your local pharmacists, and is just as effective a treatment for adult acne as it is for teenagers. Salicylic acid is another relatively simple treatment that can be bought at any drugstore.

Should the problem require a more intense solution, however, there are a variety of prescription treatments available, too. Once again, check with your doctor on which ones would be more beneficial for you, depending on your skin type, or if you suffer from any allergies, etc. Some of the more common treatments prescribed for adult acne is adapalene, tretinoin and azelaic acid. These are put onto the skin itself. Oral versions include sulfur, clindamycin and isotretinoin. However, you should beware of any side effects, such as dizziness or stomach complaints. If unsure, consult your doctor.

There is another prescription method available, accutane, but this is seen as a last resort for any sufferer. An intensive course of treatment that can last anywhere up to six months depending on the sufferer themselves, it has proven to be very effective in the fight against adult acne. However, it has been linked to some serious side effects; liver damage and depression are just two of the potential hazards that users may experience. Even more damaging is the potential for birth defects in pregnant women. Therefore, it's not a treatment to be taken lightly.

If pharmaceutical drugs and treatments fail to solve the problem, there is always the option of a surgical procedure for the more seriously afflicted. Should your doctor or specialist feel your acne warrants it, you may be sent for laser treatment, which, though often painful, can remove the problem more efficiently.

Although acne can be an embarrassing and often annoying affliction, with the various treatments available, it needn't be a permanent one.

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What is my acne really trying to tell me?

by Sarah Rhodes

When using acne solutions, make sure that you follow the directions. Overuse of the product can cause as many problems as under use of the product. Follow the directions to the letter, unless your doctor or dermatologist advises otherwise. The best acne solutions will contain both topical treatment, as well as oral treatment. Acne starts on the inside of the body, but it is prevented and healed on both the inside and outside of the body.

There are two dermatologist tested ways to facilitate the healing of acne, one is the use of Tretinoin, it's a form of vitamin A, which speeds up the skin's healing and renovation process shortening the inflammation period, thus preventing acne scars. The other treatment used by most dermatologists for acne scar prevention is the use of Aplpha-Hydroxy Acids of AHA's and Beta-Hydroxy Acids or BHA's. These help the skins remodeling process, with the right concentration and proper application; these can also prevent acne scars.

It makes sense to cleanse and nourish from both the INSIDE and OUT. Your face and body do not need more clogging, synthetic oils and lotions. They need real nutrition that can make a difference when applied topically as well as nutrition internally to enhance detoxification and a healthy blood supply to the vessels beneath the skin's surface.

Topical retinoid acid, a modified form of vitamin A has been a great improvement. Improved versions of this medicine greatly reduce the irritation it can cause. Other acne treatments are sometimes used in combination. Such acne treatments include Azelaic acid cream, Benzoyl peroxide, Alpha-hydroxy acids (such as lactic acid, glycolic acid and gluconic acid), antibiotic pills (of used unwisely, they can lead to antibiotic resistance), topical antibiotics (gels, lotions and solutions), contraceptive pills for women, and Sotret or Accutane for severe acne. Accutane and Sotret have several side effects, including birth defects. Women with severe acne problems that choose these treatments should use alternative birth control.

Stress is commonly blamed for the development of acne. Stress can have many physiologic effects on the body, including changes in hormones that may theoretically lead to acne. In some cases the stress may actually be caused by the acne lesions, not the other way around! If the acne is being treated effectively, stress is not likely to have much impact on the majority of people.

In many of your natural skincare product you will find properties included such as Cinnamon, Neem, Tea Tree oil, and Echinacea. These items are known to have natural forms of antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. Unlike many of the herbs and spices, many of them may not have proven effects other than the Tea Tree plant. It has been proven to be effective against bacteria that cause blemishes, and usually the concentration level should be around 5 - 10% to show results. However, most skin care products only offer less than 1%, which is considered ineffective.
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Adult Acne? - Don't Feel You're Alone. It Happens!

by Robert G. Knechtel

While we think of acne as a teenage affliction, adults in surprising numbers are vulnerable to this skin disorder. Both teenagers and adults with acne often react by wanting to isolate. However, as a grown-up you should take some comfort in the knowledge that you are by no means alone.

Statistics reveal that, at some time in their lives, 25% of adult men and 50% of adult women will experience an acne outbreak more serious that an occasional zit or two. So, the teenage stereotype basically is a myth.

Adult Acne Solutions - Medicine and Other Approaches

Almost always, the first thing that comes to mind for treating adult acne in its more virulent manifestations is what choices among the many acne medicines would make sense. Those under care of a dermatologist likely will be prescribed one or more of the most commonly indicated acne medications, including Accutane, Retin-A, Erythromycin, Tetracycline and Doxycycline.

For really severe adult acne, i.e. the kind that can scar, many physicians are quick to prescribe Accutane. This is a very powerful medication that attacks the underlying cause of acne from the inside out by shrinking oil glands. An excess of skin oil is the underlying cause of acne. A natural oil called sebum builds to abnormal levels, clogging skin pores, leading to the growth of microbes which are responsible for acne flare-ups.

One of Accutane's huge drawbacks is its well documented incidence of side effects. First, it can produce severe birth defects in pregnant women. Secondly, many experience mild to moderate aches in the joints and muscles as well as dry and cracked lips, dry skin, dry mouth and dry nose.

There are many who claim, on the other hand, that their adult acne is especially susceptible to treatment with benzoyl peroxide, an ingredient found in several of the over-the-counter creams and ointments. Excellent results are often obtained when these remedies are combined with good diet and proper hydration.

Under any circumstances, if you do nothing else, drink plenty of water! Your skin needs water for hydration i.e. moisturizing. As an adult acne victim, your skin will suffer from dehydration. Control of acne is also enhanced by eating a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables.

Combining diet and hydration with vitamins is also recommended. Vitamins A, B, C, and E are believed to have beneficial effects, especially vitamin A. The latter helps to control hormonal levels which in turn controls production of sebum. In addition, vitamin A operates as an antioxidant which strengthens skin tissue.

Beyond medication, diet and hydration there are more invasive treatment techniques to which many turn to cope with the consequences of adult acne.

Microdermabrasion

In cases of mild acne scarring, microdermabrasion is becoming more of a treatment of choice. However, it is not useful for severe scarring. Moreover, those of advanced age or with sensitive skin usually are not candidates for this technique. One of its advantages is that the treatment is brief and results become apparent very quickly.

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Laser skin resurfacing is a relatively new process to come on the scene in adult acne treatment. By using a laser light, this method can reach even deeper skin layers than microdermabrasion.

Chemical Peeling

Improvement in skin discoloration and age spots, as well as light freckling and scarring also can be brought about by chemical peeling. It will stimulate growth of new, healthy skin cells which is quite beneficial for adult acne sufferers.

What is the Price of All This Adult Acne Treatment?

Costs for acne remedies can vary from just a few dollars for a tube of over-the-counter medication to thousands of dollars for more proactive approaches. Antibiotics and prescribed topical creams and lotions can cost upwards of $200 per month. Skin resurfacing treatments such as microdermabrasion, chemical peeling, lasers, etc. can cost from less than $100 to thousands, depending on where treatment is rendered. If you suffer from adult acne, watch out in Beverly Hills!
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Are You Using Anti-Freeze To Treat Your Acne?

By Pam Mitchell

If your reading this I will assume that your life has some how been impacted my the highly irritating disease called acne. It is not surprising that you have been affected by it in some way seeing as though it is the most common of the skin diseases and affects close to 17 million people in the United States. It is most common among young adults ranging from 12-14, nearly 85 percent have acne; however acne still occurs among people who are below and above this age group. Acne will seize to exist for some by age 30, however for many it lasts until they are in their fifties.

Many people use products on their faces and other areas of their body that prevent acne. What many people neglect to investigate is exactly what they are putting on their skin. The answer is harmful chemicals. Your acne products may contain chemicals that, in high doses, are banned because they are so lethal. Some of these chemicals include Propylene Glycol which is a cosmetic form of mineral oil that is found in automatic brake fluid, hydraulic fluid and industrial antifreeze. According to the Material Safety Data Sheet users are warned to avoid skin contact as it is a strong skin irritant and can cause liver abnormalities and kidney damage. Alcohol is commonly used in acne products as well. Take note that it is not the same as the alcohol that is found in alcoholic drinks, it is much more dangerous. Alcohol can make your bodies tissue more vulnerable to carcinogens, an agent directly involved in the promotion of caner. Glycerine, which is a syrupy liquid chemically produced by combining water and fats, is also very commonly used in acne products. Most products with glycerine in their ingredients claim to be "replenishing" or "moisturizing" when in fact using glycerine on your skin only makes your skin progressively worse by drying your skin from the inside out. Other products this chemical is found in are insect repellent, car glaze and paint cleaner.

After reading these facts I hope you are as disgusted and, above all, worried as I am. You may be cleaning your skin with the same chemicals you use in your cars engine. you may be putting a chemical on your skin that you can also use to polish your floors.

The best method for curing acne is naturally whether it is a home remedy or a natural face washing product. Also, to prevent the cause of acne it is best to use natural cosmetics and lotions/moisturizers on your skin.

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Oral Retinoid Acne Treatment

By: Asanka Samaranayake

Isotretinoin can be obtained in the topical form (i.e. in the form of creams, gels and lotions) as well as in the oral capsule form.

Oral isotretinoin, also known as Roaccutane (Roche), reduces the secretion of oil (sebum), from the sebaceous glands found in the skin. As a result of this, less oil secretion means that there is less of it for bacteria to thrive on. This therefore leads to decreased inflammatory/infection rates of the hair follicle leading to the prevention of acne formation.
It is primarily used for nodulo-cystic acne ('hard raised pus-filled spots'), conglobate acne (this rare type of acne develops on the back, bottom and thorax. It is an accumulation of pustules and cysts, and this may be due to a strong bacterial infection) and severe acne/scarring.

It is usually given to people who have not responded to:
1.Acne creams (benzoyl peroxide, retinoids etc.)
2.Antibiotics (erythromycin, tetracyclines etc.)
Oral isotretinoin has also been shown to be quite useful in women who are in the 3dr and 4th decades of life. Studies have shown that acne developing in women (in the 3rd and 4th decades of life) is not usually responsive to antibacterial treatment; Roaccutane has shown efficacy in these cases.

Isotretinoin is quite a toxic drug and a lot of care and supervision must be undertaken when taking this medication. It should always be prescribed by a consultant dermatologist.

The course of treatment is usually 16 weeks. In many cases, repeat treatments are not required although can be undertaken with the clinical consent of your consultant dermatologist.

Main Side effects of isotretinoin include
1.Sever dryness of the skin and mucous membranes (such as the mouth, nose etc.)
2.Nose bleeds
3.Joint pains
4.There are many more side effects which have been associated with this drug; these are rare and can be obtained from any drug formulary or from the Roaccutane website.

Contraindications
1.This drug is highly teratogenic ( meaning it can be very harmful to the developing baby during the course of pregnancy) and MUST not be given to women of child bearing age unless they practise effective methods of contraception
2.People with liver disease should not take this medication as it can further impair the liver and exacerbate the disease process
3.Patients with kidney disease are advised not to take this and guidance from a consultant dermatologist should be taken
4.Patients with high cholesterol are strongly advised not take this medication and regular liver function tests should be performed in all patients before treatment with oral isotretinoin is commenced

Efficacy
Isotretionoin is very good at obliterating acne but at the cost of some side effects which may cause problems in some patients. Although these side effects are rare, they can still occur and, if experienced, you must consult your doctor for advice. Many patients have reported good results with oral isotretinoin and usually only one course of treatment is required. If you are considering this form of treatment, it would be in the your best interest to seek medical advice from a dermatologist.

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How does Accutane Work?

How does Accutane work so well against acne in so many cases?

Because it accomplishes several things simultaneously that no other medicine can do all at the same time:

• reducing oil production (sebum) by reducing sebaceous glands,
• decreasing cell build up leading to whiteheads or blackheads,
• killing acne bacteria deep inside the skin, and
• reducing inflammation.

Normal oil production in your skin will return when you complete your Accutane course. The sebaceous glands will slowly grow larger in size, but will never reach their original size.

Accutane is generally prescribed for stubborn moderate to severe or nodular acne that is resistant to several different treatments. It can quickly reduce severe acne inflammatory lesions by 90%. ( Source: Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, November 2001, Supplemental, pages 188–194).

But dermatologists remain careful with who they give a prescription to. Accutane is not a true “cure” and to date there is no cure available for acne, only treatments.

For the remaining users where accutane does not work the first time around, they may be recommended to wait for about 6 months before they try a second course of Accutane. If their acne returns after the second course, the drug has likely failed. For 10% of users, acne comes back after one year. For 25% of users, acne comes back after two years.

If your acne returns, you may want to try antibiotics or you could still try Accutane again.

How does accutane work over a long period of time?

Isotretinoin doesn’t always work. Sometimes it makes acne worse before it gets better. Sometimes, it makes acne much worse than it originally was and causes horrible scarring.

How is accutane prescribed?

Generally accutane is introduced at a very low dose and is steadily increased over many weeks. There actually are no specific guidelines as to how much should be prescribed to each person. However, research shows that a total dose of around 120mg per kilogram of an individual’s body weight is enough to banish acne for some time.

There are two schools of thought when it comes to tackling acne with accutane:

1. The high-dose: This is the method most used in the US where it is usually used for women. This means they would have to endure any potential side effects during the first few months.
2. The low-dose: This refers to consuming a lower than average dose each day, or less over a longer duration. This results in less side effects during the initial months with the exception of pregnancy.

(Source: Preston, Lydia. Breaking Out. New York: Fireside, 2004.)

Usually all other prescription acne medication is discontinued while on Accutane.

Take the medicine with food, you can take the entire daily dose with supper, this increases the absorption of the medicine.

How do I know if Accutane will work for me?

There is no way to know if Accutane will work for you or if you will suffer from any of its side effects. However, you can gather your own opinion by reading some accutane journals. You may even think about keeping your own Accutane journal if you decide to use it and get a prescription from your doctor.

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Accutane Medicine For Acne - Uses, Dosage & Side Effects

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Accutane is a powerful drug used in the treatment of acne. Four to five months of isotretinoin treatment usually leads to clearing of acne for one year or more after the medicine is stopped. Most other acne-controlling medicines are antibacterial agents, which are effective only if the medicine is used daily.
Accutane is a form of vitamin A. So it decreases the amount of sebum (oil) that is released by the sebaceous (oil) glands, and it also increases that rate at which the skin renews itself.
Accutane Dosage
The usual dose for Accutane is 0.5 to 1 milligram per 2.2 pounds of body weight, divided into 2 doses daily, for 15 to 20 weeks.
For very severe cases, your doctor may also increase the daily dose to as much as 2 milligrams per 2.2 pounds.
Uses of Accutane
*Accutane is used to treat severe nodular acne that has not responded to other treatments such as antibiotics.
*Isotretinoin is used to treat certain other skin conditions and some types of cancer.

Side Effects of Accutane
Stop using Accutane and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
* Blurred vision, sudden and severe headache or pain behind your eyes, sometimes with vomiting
* Hearing problems, hearing loss, or ringing in your ears
* Seizure.
* Depressed mood, trouble concentrating, sleep problems, crying spells, aggression or agitation, changes in behavior, hallucinations, thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself
* Sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body

Continue taking Accutane and talk to your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:

* Discomfort with contact lenses;
* Joint pain, back pain;
* Feeling dizzy, drowsy, or nervous;
* Dryness of the lips, mouth, nose, or skin; or
* Cracking or peeling skin, itching, rash, changes in your fingernails or toenails.

Warnings and precautions before taking Accutane

*Accutane is a powerful, "last resort'' medication for severe acne;
*You must not take Accutane if you are pregnant or may become pregnant during treatment;
*If you are allergic to isotretinoin, any other medications, parabens (a preservative), or any of the ingredients in isotretinoin capsules, then you should tell your doctor and pharmacist.
*You should also be avoided hair removal by waxing, laser skin treatments, and dermabrasion such as surgical smoothing of the skin while you are taking isotretinoin.
*This drug must not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, then you should inform your doctor immediately.
*Do not take vitamin supplements containing vitamin A during treatment with isotretinoin. This could cause increased side effects.
*Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Drug Interaction :-

If you are taking Accutane with certain other drugs, then it may be increased, decreased, or altered the effects of medicine. So it is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Accutane with the others. While taking Accutane, do not take vitamin supplements containing vitamin A. Because accutane and vitamin A are chemically related; taking them together is like taking an overdose of vitamin A. Remember, too, that Accutane should not be combined with tetracycline antibiotics such as including Doryx, Minocin, and Vibramycin.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Symptoms of a Accutane overdose may include:

* Stomach pain
* Warmth or tingling under the skin
* Swelling of the lips
* Loss of balance or coordination.
* Abdominal pain
* Dizziness
* Dry or cracked lips
* Facial flushing
* Incoordination and clumsiness
* Headache
* Vomiting

After taken Accutane if you feel that overdose is suspected, then you should contact with your doctor immediately. Because it may lead to another serious effect.

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Accutane - a Magic Acne Cure or a Dangerous Drug?

By Tanya Turner
How Accutane works? Accutane is derived from vitamin A. It works by decreasing the amount of oil released by the oil glands; it also increases rejuvenating ability of your skin. Accutane can cure very severe cases of acne and for many teenagers it is the last hope. However, you should be very careful about its side effects, especially if you are a girl.
The scariest side effect is that if a girl becomes pregnant while taking Accutane or 1 month after the treatment, the risk of a birth defect is very high. Some teens are sexually active; some aren't. Some are responsible about birth control while others don't worry about it. If you have a daughter who is sexually active, you will have to explain to her that the risk is real and very serious, so she'll have to take birth control pills along with Accutane. Well, of course, for boys this is not a problem, but there are other side effects as well.
Accutane can cause dry and itchy skin, muscle and joint pain, irritated eyelids, decreased night vision, nosebleeds and headaches. It also can provoke depression and suicidal thoughts. Of cause "may cause" doesn't mean that you will suffer from all this. But you will have to watch out for some of the symptoms mentioned above.
Important thing to remember is that Accutane is derived from vitamin A. So you shouldn't take any supplements that contain vitamin A, while going through your treatment. Also stay away from the sun, because this drug makes your skin more sensitive to sunburn.
And one more thing, Accutane doesn't give a 100 percent effect. Many patients had success with Accutane. Otherwise dermatologists wouldn't prescribe it. However, while it is recorded to be very effective in curing acne, for some people it simply doesn't work. So, if you don't see significant improvement, you might have to accept the fact that this drug is not for you.
Before you decide to give Accutane a go, make sure that you explored other options. For example, while ordinary cleansers from a local supermarket aren't all that effective, Proactiv Solution gives very high rate of success. AlsoArticle Search, don't underestimate the power of alternative acne treatments - some produce very good results.

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Should You Take Accutane to Treat Your Acne?

By Hector Morales
Among the most severe forms of acnes that need to be treated by special medication are nodular acne and cystic acne. A popular prescribed medication used for treating these forms of acnes is Accutane. This medication is usually applied after other treatments haven't had any positive effect on the acne condition. Cystic acne is characterized by nodules that form under the skin. With time, these nodules become harden and finally turn into painful cysts.

If you have tried different treatments and none of them have had the effects you've expected, you might be tempted to make use of Accutane as an ultimate treatment for your acne. However, you should be aware of the possible side effects that this drug can cause before making the decision to take this medication.

There are cases in which Accutane has been found to be effective in treating severe types of acne such as cystic acne. Again, unfortunately, this medication can have serious side effects. Therefore, before taking this drug, you will usually be asked to read and sign a form covering these side effects. You can only use Accutane until you understand and agree with the possible negative effects that this medication could cause you.

Among the worst possible side effects caused by Accutane is that it can cause serious birth defects. Experts recommend that women who are or plan on using Accutane take a pregnancy test every month. This test is simply to make sure the drug is stopped should they become pregnant. In fact, physicians don't recommend taking Accutane for women who plan to become pregnant. On the other hand, experts also suggest that it is safe for women to get pregnant only after having stopped taking the drug for at least a month. This will prevent women from going through a possible miscarry during pregnancy, premature birth, or stillbirth. So it is really important to consult a physician to learn about all the possible side effects in women caused by Accutane.

Another negative side effect that Accutane can cause in acne sufferers is the development of serious mental problems. In fact, many patients with these mental problems can even result in suicide! Some of the most common symptoms associated with these mental problems include: feeling angry, empty, sad or anxious, irritated, loss in social activities, sleeping too little or too much, changes in weight or appetite and thoughts of suicide. Accutane is a very powerful drug and these are only a few of the possible side effects this drug has been reported to cause. So, it is very recommended to consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the above-mentioned symptoms or any other feeling associated with depression.

Some of the other different adverse physical effects linked to Accutane include the following: muscle aches, lip inflammation, itching, inflammation of the mucous membrane on the eyes, and dry mouth, nose, or skin. Also, patients taking this drug are subject to experiment more serious side effects such as abnormal liver enzymes and decreased levels of blood cholesterol, lipid, and triglyceride. Because the negative side effects Accutane can produce are so extensive, most patients are generally monitored by a physician. As soon as the physician finds out that the drug is causing any of the mentioned side effects, patients are then recommended to stop its usage. The good news is that for most patients, these side effects usually disappear not long after stopping taking Accutane.

As one of the most preferred acne treatments, Accutane can be a very effective prescribed medication used against serious forms of acne. If you've tried many treatments and you have not had any positive results, then Accutane could be your ultimate solution. However, as you might know by now, the most recommended advice is to consult a professional physician who can help you decide whether or not you should try this acne medication.

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Using Accutane - Roaccutane

By Amy Steel

If all other acne treatments fail, you may find yourself looking eagerly towards a course of Accutane / Roaccutane, which many people have come to view as a "wonder drug" for treating acne.

What is Accutane?

Accutane, also marketed as Roaccutane , is a Vitamin A derivative. It is used for the treatment of severe inflammatory or nodular-cystic acne.

How Does Accutane Work?

Accutane decreases the amount of oil produced by the skin's sebaceous (oil) glands. It will take a while to work (6-8 weeks), in fact, sometimes acne gets worse during the first month or so of treatment. Side effects, such as lip dryness, begin before the acne starts to clear.

The Benefits of Accutane

Accutane isn't a permanent cure for acne, although if you suffer from teenage acne, it often has the effect of buying time until nature clears your skin. You may be acne-free for months, even years, after you finish taking Accutane. Acne re-occurs in less than 12 months in about 10% of users, so there's a 90% chance you'll be free of acne for more than one year after the completion of a course.

This medication is usually started in small doses and upped until the acne responds. Then it is cycled as necessary over a 4-5 month period, the aim being to reduce the body's dependency on the drug.

The Drawbacks of Accutane

There's no denying the importance of the breakthrough Accutane represents in terms of providing an effective treatment for acne, but the decision to start taking it isn't one to be hurried into.

The reason for this is that as drugs go, it's pretty toxic - hard on the liver and the body's ability to process cholesterol. Most seriously, it's known to cause severe birth defects, including mental retardation and physical malformations in unborn babies, so if you're a woman, pregnancy is a no-no while you're on Accutane - in fact, doctors recommend that you use two forms of contraception because Accutane has been known to interfere with the effectiveness of hormone-based contraceptives.

Other, (mostly) less serious side effects include the following: *

Chapped lips 90%
Dry skin and itching 80%
Dryness of nose, mild nosebleed 80%
Irritation of the eyelids and eyes 40%
Joint and muscle pains 15%
Temporary hair thinning 10%
Rash 7%
Intestinal symptoms 5%
Urinary symptoms 5%
Headache 5%
Increased sensitivity to sunburn 5%
Decreased night vision <1%
Depression, thoughts of suicide <1%

*% figures refer to the proportion of users who report suffering these symptoms when taking Accutane.

Getting Access To Accutane

In many countries, access to Accutane is by prescription only, with that prescription having to come from a dermatological specialist. In addition, dermatologists and pharmacists in the U.S are required by the FDA's iPledge program to subject would-be users to fairly rigorous procedures to determine suitability/eligibility for the drug.

While it can be difficult, frustrating and expensive to obtain Accutane from a dermatologist, we strongly advise against buying Accutane online. As I've already pointed out, the drug is highly toxic, and because of this is started in small doses and then cycled through a 4-5 month period while your body's response to it (particularly your liver and cholesterol levels) are monitored via blood tests. It's just too tempting to ignore these safeguards if you're getting those meds in the post, with no-one giving you hassle, but believe me, if you're unlucky, this stuff can cause you bigger headaches than acne, so please, don't cut corners!

I know that despite my best efforts here, some of you will ignore what I've just said, so if you feel you must buy your Accutane off prescription, at least do it via a reputable source which will provide the information you need to take the drug with a minimum degree of safety.

If you are going to use Accutane without a prescription, you should make sure you follow the basic guidelines for taking the drug and looking after your health while you're on it. I've outlined them below.

Directions for taking Accutane

Take Accutane two times a day with a meal. Swallow the capsule, don't suck or chew it. Take it with a full glass of water, milk, or other non-alcoholic liquid.

Start with the lowest dose of Accutane (10mg). If your body is not reacting after 6-8 weeks, you may consider upping the dosage.

Ideally, you should take regular blood tests whilst you are on Accutane. These tests must be done when you have fasted for 12 hours (no breakfast), so that the blood fat determinations are reliable. A baseline blood chemistry test should be taken before you start your course. Don't be afraid to go seek out a physician to give you the test - you won't get into trouble, even though you may be nagged…!

Regardless of the state of your skin, you should ensure that you do not continue to take Accutane beyond 20 weeks, as your body cannot tolerate long periods of being subjected to such a toxic drug. If you find the acne comes back, go see your doctor - please!

After you finish taking Accutane, there should be at least a 2-month "rest period" during which you are off the drug. This is because your acne may continue to get better even though you are no longer taking Accutane. If you are still growing, you may need a longer "rest period."

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Thinking of Taking Accutane for Your Acne?

By C. L. Jackson

Nodular acne and cystic acne are some of the most painful forms of acne possible. Nodular acne appears as solid, domed lesions that occur very deep in the skin, surrounded by redness and inflammation. Cystic acne occurs when the sebaceous glands in the skin have a sticky lining that prevents easy cellular shedding. The dead cells block the glands which swell with oil secretion and eventually break into cysts. Both these types of acne can be extremely painful, and both pose the threat of scarring if left untreated. When severe acne has been treated with mild to moderate medication without a positive response, many dermatologists recommend Accutane.

Accutane (or Isotretinoin) is a derivative of vitamin A that is taken orally by acne patients, generally over a period of 16 to 25 weeks. The immediate effect of this drug is a quick and dramatic (though short-term) reduction in sebum production by the sebaceous glands. Without sebum creating pressure on the pore or gland, the nodules and cysts stop forming and the skin can start to heal. Accutane is also thought to decrease skin bacteria and help reduce inflammation in the skin follicles. Although acne may get worse before it starts to improve, the results generally start to show by the third month, and once the initial course of Accutane is finished, studies show that approximately 90% of patients have clear skin for at least a year. Should acne reappear after that time, patients claim that it is usually much more manageable. Some acne patients do end up taking a second course of Accutane, once given an appropriate recovery period from the first course, and this is also frequently very effective, sometimes able to stop nodular or cystic acne altogether.

The positive results that acne patients experience with Accutane can be, without question, tremendous. However, taking this drug to treat acne does not come without significant risk; there are many side-effects associated with Accutane. Milder side-effects include (but don't stop at) dry and cracked lips, dry eyes and skin, and increased sun sensitivity. More serious side-effects include slowed wound healing, nosebleeds, and even in some cases, depression. (These are only a few of the side-effects. To learn about the rest and the likelihood of experiencing them, consult a doctor or a dermatologist.)

Although these side-effects might sound like only a mild annoyance when compared to painful and embarrassing acne, Accutane is very hard on the skin and on the body organs. Dermatologists often suggest that non-emergency surgeries be put off until long after a course of Accutane in order to give the skin time to bounce back from its frail and delicate state. Cosmetic surgeries especially are to be avoided, as are procedures like waxing body hair which requires the skin to be robust. The liver has a particularly difficult time with Accutane, and can be seriously impaired along with the immune system. The most serious consequence of taking Accutane happens if a woman taking this drug becomes pregnant during the course of treatment. Accutane has debilitating effects on a developing fetus, causing severe birth defects and sometimes even fetal death.

Should you decide to approach your dermatologist to begin Accutane acne treatment, there is a process you must go through before you will even get considered for a prescription. Blood tests will be performed to determine pre-treatment liver and kidney function, as well as to monitor blood count and blood fats. Women will have an additional blood test to ensure that they are not pregnant at the time they plan to start taking Accutane, and it will be emphasized many, many times that they should not, under any circumstances, get pregnant during the treatment or for at least 30 days afterward. Female Accutane patients will have to commit to two forms of contraception, starting a month before the treatment, and extending an extra month at the end. And for both male and female patients, some dermatologists recommend psychological screening and then continuous monitoring by psychiatrists or therapists to ensure that depression doesn't become a problem.

If you're considering starting a course of this drug, do the research and become informed. There are several reasons that a dermatologist may recommend against Accutane, depending on your personal and family history. Above all, don't give up on looking for an acne medication that works well for you. There are more acne treatment options on the market now than ever before, so acne is never without hope.

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What is Accutane And is it Right For Me?

By: Heather Colman

Accutane is a prescribed medication used for treating serious forms of acne that haven't responded well to other treatments such as nodular acne and cystic acne.

What is Acne?
Acne is formed when excess oils clog skin pores and cause a build-up to occur. If left alone, they, in turn, manifest themselves into pimples. This is only the beginning.

Sometimes, these pimples can turn into nodules, which are often painful and remain on the skin for a longer period of time. Over that time, the nodules can turn into cysts, which often require draining by a physician.

This type of acne can persist for weeks, or sometimes, even months, and is one of the most severe types. If the treatment you have sought isn't responding, you might consider Accutane as a possible treatment. There are, however, some things you should know before making the decision to take this medication.

Acne Treatment
There are literally hundreds of topical solutions available over the counter. Many times they work. If your acne is of the severe nature and doesn't respond to an over the counter topical solution, it may be you need to talk with your doctor about a prescribed treatment. One such prescribed treatment is called Accutane.

Accutane Side Effects
Accutane has been found to be effective in treating more severe types of acne, but can have serious side effects. Before taking this drug, your pharmacist will most likely ask you to read and sign a form stating you understand the possible side effects. You can only begin treatment after verifying you understand and agree to them.

Thinking of starting a family any time soon? One of the most serious possible side effects of taking Accutane is that it can cause possible birth defects in unborn children. It may even cause a woman to miscarry during pregnancy, premature birth, or stillbirth. It is advised that women who are or might be pregnant do not take this medication. Doctors are also requiring women taking the drug to take a pregnancy test every month so they can stop taking it immediately if it yields a positive result.

Physicians also advise against taking Accutane if you plan to become pregnant, and say you should not get pregnant for at least a month after you have stopped taking the drug.

Another harmful side effect of Accutane is the development of mental problems in patients that can even result in suicide. Symptoms of these problems include: feeling sad or anxious, feeling empty, irritability, anger, loss in social activities, sleeping too much or too little, thoughts of suicide, and changes in weight or appetite. These are only a few of the possible side effects associated with the depression this drug is said to cause. If you experience any of these symptoms, or others you feel may be leading to depression, consult your doctor immediately.

Accutane can be a preferred treatment when nothing else has worked to clear up you acne. Severe acne can be very physically painful, and can cause social discomfort as well. Discuss with your doctor whether or not the benefits of taking this medication outweigh the possible side effects, and if it is the right treatment choice for you.

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Acne Here, Acne There, Is there a Solution?

By: Hector Milla

Over fifty percent of adults are prone to acne. In fact, almost all people have developed acne at some point. It usually occurs during adolescence because of the hormonal changes; and absolutely in any race, gender, age, of lifestyle.

Unknowingly, acne also has psychological effects on adolescents having acne problems. At this time, social pressure is at its highest, and they don't want to be criticized or laughed at.

Ever heard of the "acne myth"? It says that acne is caused by dirt and oil on the skin's surface which somehow leads to infection under the skin. True, acne happens when sebaceous glands produce oil that is emptied on the skin, together with dead skin cells being shed. When these dead skin cells clump together and clog the pore, it will result to acne. Once the excess skin cells combine with oil, bacteria will develop bringing about inflammatory acne. But contrary to the myth, acne is not caused by dirt.

There are factors that contribute to acne it includes hygiene, hormonal changes, stress, and other factors. With today's technology, acne solutions are widely available, with many brands to choose from; these acne solutions control the production and binding dihydro testosterone or DHT in the skin. By making use of acne solutions, the development of acne can be controlled.

Below is a list of acne solutions and medications that can answer your acne problem:

1. Benzoyl Peroxide; you can get this medication over-the-counter, it causes the skin to dry and peel, and helps in unclogging the pores thereby killing the bacteria
2. Hydrogen Peroxide; too harsh to use, but it can keep the skin clean
3. Azelaic acid; it is an antibacterial cream that unclogs pores
4. Retinoids; a vitamin A derivative and is a proven effective medication for acne control
5. Isotretinoin or accutane; treats severe acne, both nodular and cystic cases
6. Salicylic Acid; unclogs pores and renew the skin
7. Antibiotics; eliminates bad bacteria and fights infection
8. Anti-Androgens; reduces oil and hormone production

Having acne should be able to encourage you in making changes in your lifestyle, especially your eating habits. Avoid anything that will otherwise make the situation worse. For some people, the quickest way to stop acne is not by actually using acne solutions, but by stopping bad habits that makes acne outbreaks frequent. There are times when you become mindful of little details that can help in improving the situation.

However, if you still want to use any acne solution, it is best if you can consult a dermatologist first. People have different skin types, and your medication will usually depend on it and the extent of your problem with acne. Though time is one factor that many people consider when treating their acne, grabbing a strong medicine does not make any sense.

People suffering from acne problems should stay informed of the many options available for treatment. Get yourself educated and make sure that you choose the right approach to acne treatment. The degree of success in treating acne is not the same all throughout.

If after several treatments of acne solutions, there seems to be no improvement, it might be time for you to get medical assistance. Acne is not just a skin condition; it may also be a symptom of hormonal imbalance or other more complicated cases.

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