According to Wikipedia, accutane or Isotretinoin is a medication used for the treatment of severe cystic acne vulgaris. Accutane was initially developed to be used as a chemotherapy medication for the treatment of brain cancer, pancreatic cancer and more. Thus it is considered a very powerful drug derived from vitamin A.
This potent systemic medication completely stops oil production, that’s why it is regarded as a very controversial drug. People who suffer the most extreme kind of acne and have tried almost everything to treat their condition have turned to accutane. Nevertheless, this medication should be taken with extreme care especially for pregnant women since it has been linked to some potential birth defects.
All acne starts with a comedo, a plug of keratin and sebum (oil) within the dilated hair follicle that oftentimes contain bacteria.
Acne can be categorized into two – the inflammatory acne and non-inflammatory acne. The non-inflammatory acne includes the more common whiteheads and blackheads. While the inflammatory ones or those that are most bothersome are the Papule, Pustule, Nodule (Cyst) and the most severe type is the Acne Conglobata.
The best way to fight acne is to understand what you are up against. Acne is not a life-threatening disease however it can cause a great deal of anxiety and emotional trauma especially to teenagers. But, before you spend a huge number of cash on prescription acne medication and other expensive acne treatments, it is best to consult the medical experts. Visit your dermatologist so they can recommend the proper treatment.
