Dr. Thakare Sampada Avinash
Dermatology
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Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I am on Isotretinoin for around 50 days. My face is now clear and it really improved my skin as I have oily skin. But, I have noticed clay colored stools. I am also having high fever and facing weakness. Now, my veins on hand started to swell. I am also having difficulty in breathing. But, my acne will return if I stop Accutane. What should I do? Can you suggest any alternative to Accutane like any vitamin supplement that will decrease my sebum and is safe as well? I have also heard that Isotretinoin will damage liver. Please clarify.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
You should visit your physician as soon as possible. All these can be symptoms of obstructive jaundice. To confirm get your blood tested for complete blood count and liver function test. Also, get a urine routine microscopic test and ultrasound abdomen. Stop oral Isotretinoin and continue applying topical medications like a combination (Clindamycin and Adapalene) gel at bedtime or any other creams or gel that you are using.
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I used Deriva gel, but the effect was not fine for me. I did my blood test and the report was normal. My skin produces lots of sebum. How to control it?
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
No other oral medications will help to reduce sebum acne. You can safely opt peel procedure.Chemical peeling would help to reduce sebum production and acne. It is performed by dermatologist once in two weeks.
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