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Appearance of red, itchy spots on skin that bleed on scratching and disappear. On Roaccuntane for acne. Cause?
Hi, I am on Roaccuntane for my Acne and since starting my course of treamtent, I ve noticed little red spots appear on my skin. These are very itchy and when scratched , they bleed and then disappear. Could you tell me what this is please? I realise there are numerous side effects with this medication , but didn t know this was one of them Thanks, Donna. ( YYYY@YYYY )
Asked On : Mon, 15 Oct 2012
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Hi Donna,
Thanks for the details.
ISOTRETINOIN (accutane) is a wonderful drug .Dose and duration and can be decided by examining your face.These are very effective for acne.
It can cause xerosis and itching.You can apply a good non comedogenic moisturizer over the area.Continue accutane for atleast 3 months.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
DrSudarshan
MD DErmatologist.
Thanks for the details.
ISOTRETINOIN (accutane) is a wonderful drug .Dose and duration and can be decided by examining your face.These are very effective for acne.
It can cause xerosis and itching.You can apply a good non comedogenic moisturizer over the area.Continue accutane for atleast 3 months.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
DrSudarshan
MD DErmatologist.
Answered: Wed, 17 Oct 2012
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