Hi there everyone. I am new to this site and was hoping for some positive words of encouragement with regards to Roaccutane.
I’m seeing a Dermotologist this Wednesday (02/07/08) with regards to my acne I have been suffering with for the past few years. As I was growing up, I was always one of the lucky ones never really experiencing from problem skin but then when I was about 24/25 things started to escalate, one spot would turn into the Brady Bunch of spots and low and behold, cover up by the bucket load was needed!
The problem progressed even worse in October 2007 when the acne became really nasty on my back and chest. Saw my GP who prescribed numerous antibiotics, Dalacin T and Benzyl Peroxide cream. To be far, these did work, the Dalacin T I found pretty good but then it just kept coming back. My face to be far isn’t a major problem but nevertheless, I do suffer with ‘bumps’ under the skin, blackheads and the odd Mount Etna. The main areas of concern are my back and chest, it’s so depressing, I’m 28 this coming November and I honestly believed that at my age I would be more concerned about crows feet and wrinkles and not acne!
My GP on 12/06/08 sent a request to the dermotologist for me to be seen and I was advised that the waiting list is approx 2-3 months long so when an appt came through for this coming Wednesday I was overjoyed! 2 weeks for an appointment - fabulous!!
I have read up on the side affects of this drug but I just want to know what other people personal experiences have been! Is it REALLY that bad??? I am at wits end and really want to try this drug so any personal encounters from taking this drug, good and bad will be very much appreciated!
Many Thanks in advance, Tina x x
