Acne treatment: some fast facts
Acne is a skin condition that can have a profound effect on the lives of sufferers and those that suffer from severe nodular acne often have a particularly bad time with this condition. This severe form of acne can cause a lot of problems ranging from discomfort and pain to embarrassment and low self esteem, all of which adds up to a pretty poor quality of life for sufferers. Many people who suffer from severe acne may have already tried a range of medications in order to treat the condition but had little or no success with these treatments.
If this is the case doctors will often direct those with severe acne to try a treatment called Accutane, which is a concentrated form of vitamin A. This is a very potent and very effective treatment that has helped many people who suffer from severe acne, clearing their skin lesions, killing bacteria, easing discomfort, and preventing future bouts of acne, thus helping to improve their lives. Many people who have used this treatment have been surprised by its success given that they have failed to see any success with other treatment designed for acne. Below are some facts about this acne treatment:
- Accutane is a very potent and concentrated form of vitamin A
- The generic name for Accutane is isotretinoin
- This treatment helps to reduce the secretion of excess sebum by the sebaceous glands, which can then help to ease the condition for the acne sufferer
- Accutane works deep down in the skin to help kill of bacteria, which would otherwise cause recurring bouts of this condition and can exacerbate symptoms
- This medication can help the skin to renew more speedily
- When you first start taking Accutane you may see the symptoms of your acne get worse initially. However, this is just whilst your body gets used to the treatment and is a normal part of the healing process
- Accutane often works for acne sufferers who have tried other acne treatments and had little or no success with them
- Accutane should not be used by women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are not sure if they are pregnant
- Those taking Accutane should not give blood whilst they are on this medication
- You should avoid taking vitamin A whilst on Accutane, as this itself is a concentrated form of vitamin A
- Anyone thinking to using Accutane should discuss their medical history fully with their doctor or a healthcare professional first
- This treatment comes with a range of potential side effects, some of which are mild and others that are more serious
- If you are taking Accutane you should avoid the use of hair removal wax, laser skin treatment or dermabrasion. You also need to avoid these for six months after you stop taking Accutane