If you've had acne for years, you've probably heard that oral isotretinoin is effective in treating acne, so let's talk about it today.
Isotretinoin is a prescription medication used to treat moderate to severe acne that can:
- Inhibits sebum production, leaving your skin less shiny and your pores smaller
- Inhibits the number of P. acnes and reduces the incidence of acne
- Dissolves acne and removes breakouts
- Anti-inflammatory, avoid the occurrence of pustule acne, relieve redness, swelling and itching
At the same time, it can also effectively reduce the recurrence of acne, and it is the most promising acne drug to achieve or close to a radical cure, and there is no doubt that the treatment effect is good.
But at the same time, it has certain side effects, such as dry skin, mouth and nose, etc., which are not suitable for all patients, and dermatologists have to make accurate judgments based on the severity of the patient's acne and personal physical condition: whether you can eat it or not, and how much you can eat.
*This picture is only for popular science, not as a substitute for doctor's advice, please use the medicine under the guidance of a dermatologist.
And some patients see the acne treatment strategies shared by netizens and are moved by the remarkable effect, and they want to try it regardless of 3721.
It is better to find a professional dermatologist to determine whether you can choose oral isotretinoin according to the severity of your acne, medication history, and liver function, and some dermatologists also need to refer to the patient's weight to help you formulate the dosage and medication cycle.
If you don't have time to go to an offline hospital for the time being, you can also come to Dr. Lilac to try online consultation.
Can you eat isotretinoin
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*Medical records with a clear diagnosis, such as outpatient medical records, diagnosis certificates, etc., should be provided for online consultation to help doctors judge the condition more accurately.
Acne is a disease
Only by listening to the doctor can you avoid detours
Acne is mostly a chronic inflammatory skin disease caused by factors such as clogged pores and the proliferation of Propionibacterium acnes, which is medically known as "acne".
Non-inflammatory lesions: open comedones, closed comedones.
Inflammatory lesions: papulous, pustular, nodule and cyst, scarring, pigmentation, post-inflammatory erythema.
Before starting treatment for acne, doctors need to evaluate the patient on a case-by-case basis:
- The type and severity of the rash on acne
- Whether or not there is acne scarring
- The presence or absence of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
- Menstrual conditions and signs of androgen hyperactivity in women
- History of acne treatment
Some need to reduce sebum secretion, some need antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and some need to regulate endocrine and inhibit androgens.
Specific treatments include:
Topical drugs: including topical retinoids, antibiotics, azelaic acid, etc.
Oral medications: antimicrobials, isotretinoin, antihormonal drugs, etc.
Physical & Chemical Therapy: Laser & Photon Therapy, Chemical Peel Therapy, etc.
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In the actual treatment process, according to the specific situation of the patient, a combination of internal and external drugs may also be used, if you want to solve the acne problem more efficiently, the doctor will also help you determine whether it is necessary to cooperate with laser and photon therapy, chemical peel treatment, so that the skin can be rejuvenated as soon as possible.
If you want to get rid of acne scientifically, you can try Dr. Lilac online consultation, take a clear photo of acne and send it to the doctor online, and the doctor will give a professional response plan, and you can also prescribe it online and send the medicine to your home by courier.
For acne problems, consult a professional dermatologist
Efficient acne treatment, less money
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*Medical records with a clear diagnosis, such as outpatient medical records, diagnosis certificates, etc., should be provided for online consultation to help doctors judge the condition more accurately.
"Is it really reliable to see a dermatologist online for acne?"
They say it's reliable. These are the real evaluations of patients who have been consulted online by Dr. Lilac about acne problems.
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Avoid the trouble of queuing for 2 hours and 5 minutes in the hospital, support 500 words to describe to the doctor every time you ask a question, upload 9 pictures, and ask as much detail as you want.
Simply send the condition of your skin to the doctor in the form of text, photos, and videos, and the doctor will give professional advice according to your specific symptoms, prescribe it online, and send the medicine to your home by courier.
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Examples of open problems with dermatology acne
What should I do if I have acne on my scalp, back, or other areas?
Is the treatment different from acne on the face?
Is it useful to have a large area of acne on the back and leave a pimple printing acid?
These questions can also be consulted by a dermatologist to help you restore healthy skin as soon as possible.
Acne on the back of the face
Consult a professional dermatologist
Efficient acne treatment, less money
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*Medical records with a clear diagnosis, such as outpatient medical records, diagnosis certificates, etc., should be provided for online consultation to help doctors judge the condition more accurately.
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