subject: An Acne Prescription For Severe Acne [print this page] Acne, a common problem in many people, appears in several forms. Nodular and cystic forms are the more serious acne conditions. Even between these two forms, cystic acne is more severe one. This cyst can be treated and drained only by a doctor. This is known to last for weeks or even months. While there are many cures for this problem, one well known prescription is Accutane. If you want to use it, you need to first secure medical attention.
Although Accutane is prescribed for most cases of rigorous acne, it is said to cause serious side effects too. Because of this situation, when this medicine is to be prescribed, the patient is expected to sign an understanding of the possible side effects after using this medicine. Unless such a disclaimer is signed by the patient, the prescription is not given.
The Accutane side effects can be as ghastly as birth defects caused in unborn babies or even miscarriages. Many cases of still births and premature births reported are also strongly suspected to be due to use of Accutane. Because of these serious hazards, women who are pregnant or planning pregnancy are positively advised to refrain from seeking this medication.
Accutane's horror stories do not end here. It is also said to cause psychological disorders. Many people who used accutane have experienced depression, melancholy, anxiety, stress etc. These psychological impact is so strong that there have been reports of accutane-treated patients committing or attempting suicide. These are also considered as attributable to accutane. Other less terrifying side effects of this medication are also reported such as loss of appetite, body thin down, social aversion or loss of interest in socialization, anger and irritability.
It is very critical that if a patient, under accutane treatment, experiences any of the symptoms listed above, he or she should consult the physician immediately. Unfortunately, severe acne becomes so acutely painful that people inevitably seek accutane treatment.
