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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Accutane side effects
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Accutane side effects
by Adit, Jun 02, 2003 12:00AM
About 10 days ago I had 2 hyperpigmented spots removed by laser
treatment. I have noticed that a brown circling has formed around the part where the skin has not grown back. Is this normal in the healing process for skin regeneration? I am concerned because I have been on accutane for about 3.5 months, and I am wondering if this may be causing the hyperpigmentation in the skin.
Thank You.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Jun 03, 2003 12:00AM
, Jun 03, 2003 12:00AM
Accutane can slow healing a bit, but a noninvasive laser procedure like treating brown spots shouldn't be a problem. Sometimes this treatment does cause superficial blistering which can darken for a while. I advise you to ask the doctor who treated you, who might recommend a lightening cream.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
