Accutane Experiences for Adult Males?
599095
I used accutane in my late teens. My suggestion "Don't use it" Although it did clear my skin it gave me mood swings and became depressed and anti-social. When I recently asked a doctor what he thought he best put it by saying "its like killing a fly on the wall with a gun, you get the job done but leave a bigger problem behind". If you do decide to take it be sure it doesn't interfere with your daily life. Ask your friends if they notice a change in your behavior, if they see you're drawn away from them stop taking it. Be safe and good luck.
59714
The acne is a great problem for the most part of the young guys!\nSince it’s due to the perturbation that the hormones creates during the puberty, practically\nthere’s nothing to do!  If the situation is grave, you can consult a dermatologist.\nWhen the skin is too greasy, the situation worsens going on with the adult age even.\nIt often is useful to follow a diet, to use some specific detergent or lotion and in the gravest case having a long antibiotic treatment too.\nSome expert says that we never should stamp out the pimples to avoid infections or permanent lesion of the skin. Evidently, you liked to wring out them….eh?\nWhen the marks remain (and if it is a very superficial situation), you can try with some specific abrasive creams, easily take in any drug or cosmetic store. Practically, you have to remove (bit by bit) the most superficial derma cells to further the growth of new cells. Just try.
505244
I am 31 and my skin is still very oily and acne prone.  I used Proactiv for a while, with good results.  I just didn't like having to buy online.  Lately, I have been using a line by Neutrogena called "advanced solutions".
1163956
I am not for sure what kinda answer you are looking for. Good or bad.  I did not like chemo and all the side affects.  It will be four years soon since my masectomy.  I still have a small bald spot. No eyebrows.  My eyes drip continually. I have carpal tunnel. Hot flashes galore. Osteoporosis.  All from chemo. I did not enjoy not being able to taste anything.  Or the fact my fingernails hurt so bad I could not touch anything without pain. I did not like getting pnemonia every year.  Or catching every little virus that rolled my way.  No one tells you all the crap that is going to happen afterwards.  The doctor said if they did no one would get treatment.  He told me it could be 3-5 years before my immune system is up.  Well I am much better now and I do not get sick as much. I do still everyday live with the watering eyes,ect. ect.  It caused relationship problems with my family. They just really could not deal with how I looked.  My husband however is the best husband on the earth now.  I am glad to be alive.  I do believe cancer woke me up to the realization of who is truly there for you. I stand up for myself more. Don't put up with all the daily drama.  I am not so happy go lucky as I used to be.  Hope this helps.  Heres wishing you  a cancer free life.
17916
Perhaps this site might get you started. It came up on a Yahoo Search:\n\nbirth defects accutane\n\nhttp://www.marchofdimes.com/professionals/681_1168.asp
324693
Accutane is the most potent of all acne medications and also boasts a success rate above 90%. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not use this drug.\n\nI have used Accutane in the past and found this...\n\nIt causes dry skin and chapped lips. It reduced acne on me and eliminated it completely on one of my friends, who has not had another breakout since he finished using it.
171145
I have used Proactiv for the last year.  I felt that it worked o.k.  I'm 30 and since I had children, I started having acene for the first time in my life.  I did give it to my 16yr. old nephew and it worked awesome for him, he completely cleared up.  I do know that after a year, I started having breakouts again.  I finally went to a dermatolgist and I have a cleanser and toner, plus a antibotic cream that i apply to my face.  The toner and cleanser are sold in his office and they cost as much as my proactive (surprised?)  You can walk into a dermatolgist office and ask if they sell cleanser over the counter and get their price list.  They are very helpful in finding out what might work on you based off your skin without a doctors visit.  My dermatologist also gave me cetaphil before I brought the cleansers.  My friend in college used it and it cleared her face right up.  Cetaphil can be purchased at Walgreens, Walmart, or any drug store.  Some of my friends swear by it.  Depending on your budget, or how it is affecting you psychologically try some or all of my suggestions.  Do what works, start out cheap with the Cetaphil, then a walk in to a dermatologist office (check to see if your insurance covers to the visit, and if it doesn't ask for their over the counter products and price sheets, you don't have to buy immediatley.)  Good luck:)
213486
It effects every age group.  But, more men over 40 experience it more than any other age group.  It is a problem for 1 out of 10 men and often it a physical problem rather than a mental one and most men can be treated.  However, Americans like convenience and a pill is extremely convenient. \n\nHere's a site that may answer some questions about treatment:\n\nhttp://www.medicinenet.com/impotence_ed/article.htm
944174
its working. i cant believe how amazing it turned my little brother to an acne free pimp. ive noticed that my brother's acne slowly disappered in about 3 to 4 months. he had acne all over his forehead, his cheeks and even on the side of his cheekbone. now, he only has a few on his forehead which is not visible when you are about 4 feet away. He uses the solution every night before he goes to bed. u should try it.
1025089
Yes I have and I would not recommend it. There is more to the story,but I will give some insight. If the individual or if its you who is considering it ask yourself these questions: How old am I and what more do I want to achieve in life. Personally I do well in society and got allot going for me. The problem is the side effects they said would go away never did. Memory loss and just plain forget fullness are ones. There is this kind of thing where you just freeze and forget things its hard for me to explain on the computer.
282456
I believe L'oreal has a skincare line out for men that has some great products.  They are safe and effective if you are looking for something that won't be harsh to your skin.
821145
From a person who has suffered with acne for years, and used hunderds of dollars in different products, the only thing that worked significantly for me was a perscription medication called Acutane.  I was perscribed it at the dermatologist, and there were no complications for me because I am a male, and most of the side effects are for females.  As far as over-the-counter-cheap-fix medications go, any medication with benzoyle peroxide as the active chemical works better than most salycillic (sp?) acid medications.
659934
Proactive is the greatest invention I have ever come across. My brother had horrible acne and in a few weeks it cleared it up almost completely. He's tried all the commercial face washes, the poor decloggers, the oil removing wipes...everything. He tried 7 different typed of antibiotics. NOTHING worked. Eventually my mum thought "this can't hurt since nothing else has worked" and it worked wonders. Not the cheapest solution but definitely the best!
765148
It shrinks the oil glands.  Yes, it works wonders.  Side effects as bad as you hear?  NO, unless you get pregnant while on it, but they make u use two forms of BC while you are on it and for a month after.   Very few actually have serious side effects, accutane has just gotten a lot of bad press.  Me, only side effect was chapped lips, they're very chapped, but a small price to pay for clear skin after 16 years of acne.  Only pain is that you have to register for I pledge, go to the doc and get your blood tested every thirty days, and make sure you get your RX filled on time.
919359
My kids were on it for 12 months and their acne was gradually better starting at about 6 months and on, even getting better when they stopped.  It has been 4 years now, and they still look great.  It is well worth it if you can afford it and can stand the side effects, such as achiness/tired feeling.  Try to stick with it.  It is hard when it gets worse at first, but it is due to your pores cleaning themselves out and closing up.  \n\nGood luck!
979763
it happens to normal healthy guys who are not sexually active in any way. but did you enjoy the experience? cheers!
1056469
I had BAD acne.  Mostly stress and poor diet caused it.  I called and got the $20 "sample starter kit" off the infomercial because nothing else was really working.  My acne cleared up in less than a month!!!  The only time I get break-outs now is if I stop using the Proactiv.  That is sorta bad because you have to keep using it or you'll be back in the same boat.  By the way, I'm not a teenager - I'm 31 years old.  I didn't have acne as a teen.  If you don't want the "subscription" where they send it to you every month, you can buy it off of eBay, too.