Can more serious forms of acne be treated?
Yes. Work with your doctor to find the best treatment for you. Moderate to moderately severe acne. This type of acne consists of several whiteheads, blackheads, papules and pustules that cover from ¼ to ¾ of the face and/or other parts of the body. It can be treated with antibiotic lotions or gels, as well as retinoic acid. Retinoic acid is an altered form of vitamin A. It helps prevent whiteheads and blackheads. Your doctor may also prescribe an antibiotic pill, such as erythromycin. If you take birth control pills to prevent pregnancy, antibiotics can affect how well they work. Be sure to use a second method of birth control with the pill, such as a condom. Retinoic acid and antibiotic pills can make the skin sensitive to the sun. So, wear sunscreen and stay in the shade while using them. Severe acne. Severe acne consists of deep cysts, redness, swelling, extreme damage to the skin and scarring. You should see a dermatologist to care for this type of acne. Scarring can be prevented w
Accutane is the only medication that has proven to be effective in clearing severe forms of acne; however, this medication has been linked to several serious physical and mental health problems. Adverse reactions following Accutane treatment are too many to list. The suffering and pain caused by the side effects of this drug have led many patients to file lawsuits to seek compensation.
Currently, a combination therapy plan conisisting of microdermabrasion (a "no downtime", non-surgical, painless skin peeling procedure), pulsed light, and laser beams, offered by cosmetic surgeons and some dermatologists, is the most effective and safe treatment modality for svere cases of acne that resist topical and oral treatments. Unlike Accutane, microdermabrasion and acne laser treatment do not affect the entire body and have minimal side effects and an excellent safety record.
Yes. Work with your doctor to find the best treatment for you. Moderate to moderately severe acne. This type of acne consists of several whiteheads, blackheads, papules and pustules that cover from ¼ to ¾ of the face and/or other parts of the body. It can be treated with antibiotic lotions or gels, as well as retinoic acid. Retinoic acid is an altered form of vitamin A. It helps prevent whiteheads and blackheads. Your doctor may also prescribe an antibiotic pill, such as erythromycin. If you take birth control pills to prevent pregnancy, antibiotics can affect how well they work. Be sure to use a second method of birth control with the pill, such as a condom. Retinoic acid and antibiotic pills can make the skin sensitive to the sun. So, wear sunscreen and stay in the shade while using them. Severe acne. Severe acne consists of deep cysts, redness, swelling, extreme damage to the skin and scarring. You should see a dermatologist to care for this type of acne.
