Yaz causing terrible acne?

[kj30605]

I am 21 years old and I recently started using Yaz, the oral contraceptive, for my birth control. I have been using it for a month and 3 weeks, and during this time I have had the worst acne I have ever seen. I have several huge zits that appear around my chin/mouth. A new one forms almost everyday and it is out of control. They are deep and painful, not to mention that I look like a monster. I don't know how much longer I can deal with this. I don't want to go to class, or see my friends, or leave my apartment for any reason because I look so terrible. No amount of make-up will cover up the explosion on my face..and it just won't go away.
I asked my doctor what I should do a couple of days ago, and she didn't give me a straight answer. She said it might take up to 3 months of using Yaz to have clear skin, or it might not help at all. She said I could continue using it if I wanted to wait and see if it gets better, or I could just stop using birth control all together. She also prescribed Minocycline (100mg per day) and Retin-A for use at night.

So..should I stop using Yaz immeidately and hope that it clears up? Or do I keep using it for another month, and hope continued use of Yaz makes it better?

Please help me. I'm starting to run out of excuses of why I can't hang out with my friends.
This is truly terrible.


This discussion is related to Yaz making acne worst?.

[Vanessa Lacuesta]

Hi,

I suggest you cease using the medication and have your physician replace it. For the meantime, you may observe your condition.

Continue using the topical medications for the acne.At this point, it is important that you discuss with your physician other modes of contraception that may be suitable for you.You may opt to stay on the contraceptive and see if the acne eruptions subside.However, you are young and the eruption may cause scarring and skin complications which may be disconcerting.

Inform your physician of your decision as soon as possible.Do not stop the drug until you have informed your physician about this.

[classof08]

I am in the same boat as you...I am on my 3rd week of my second pack, my acne is horrible and embarressing. I cant even look at myself in the mirror, today I had some painful pimples on my chin. I have small red pimples all over my cheeks...this sux. I am graduating in a two weeks, I was hoping for a clear face by then. Dont think its going to happen. This acne explosion, has lowered my self-esteem and confidence, has made me really upset. I get self-conscious around the guy I like...prob not going to have a chance b/c of my disgusting acne. grrr!!! I just wanted to let you know that you aren't the only one, my doctor told me to wait another month or two just like what your doc said. Im going to give it two more packs, if that doesnt work then I'll have to try something else. Tell me how its working out, Im sure you are on your 3rd month now.