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Hi everyone, I've just started roactuane feeling very depressed with my skin

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tatum23084
tatum23084

found this group and its nice to know somebody understands ;( don't think I've ever felt so depressed in my life

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  • uyelai
    uyelai tatum23084

    Posted

    Hi, i have just started too, it's my 4th day on 20mg and i have bad breakouts. I feel it's the worse breakout my entire life because it has puss inside and too red. I am even ashame to show up in the office now because of this. Anyway what we can do is just to wait for it to kick in, lot's of people already suffered the same thing and you are not alone. Don't get depressed ok, it will get better. 
    • tatum23084
      tatum23084 uyelai

      Posted

      Hello, hope your okay! I'm feeling the same today really don't want to go to work as make up is making them look worse 😤 I guess things will get better in the end it's just hard to be positive when I feel so crap
    • uyelai
      uyelai tatum23084

      Posted

      Yah you're right, it feels so damn irritating to see those eyes with questioning look. Let's hope for the best. 

      I had been suffering for 10 yrs now but not this bad, however my older acne has left some scarring already. Some deep scars some just spots. Really hope it will also change a bit the appearance of those scars.

       

    • tatum23084
      tatum23084 uyelai

      Posted

      Yes I get those looks to at work and it infuriates me as people don't understand how down it can make you feel

      Hopefully yours will improve soon and you'll feel better

      My brother had acne really bad and these tablets worked wonders for him although he has had 2 sets of laser treatments to help with his scars and that's working to!

      Don't worry about scars they can be treated to

    • uyelai
      uyelai tatum23084

      Posted

      True, that's what the dr told me too. Scars you need to worry later. But the worst part is im living in the middle east so imagine how humid here now.

      You will get better too, they say we need to moisturize always. I have to go and buy some heavy moisturizer and lip balm.

      How is your face now? Are you having some dry lips already and flaky skin?

    • tatum23084
      tatum23084 uyelai

      Posted

      I suppose positivity is the key I need to keep telling myself that 😁

      I haven't really got any side affects yet as its my third day although I'm sure they'll kick in soon

      I wish I could just sleep through my treatment and wake up with fresh skin, wishful thinking aye 😄

    • uyelai
      uyelai tatum23084

      Posted

      haha you bet. will both get intouch then on what would be the side effects, im having little dry lips now. What is the dosage of your meds?
    • tatum23084
      tatum23084 uyelai

      Posted

      I shall let you know once they kick in

      I am 40mg for 4 months so fingers crossed I should be sorted by Christmas 😁😁 what about you?

    • uyelai
      uyelai tatum23084

      Posted

      I am on 20mg now but the dr didnt told me until when, i think it depends how will my face respond to it. He only said minimum 3 mos. 

      I also wish that it will go before Christmas time, bit excited bout the result.

    • tatum23084
      tatum23084 uyelai

      Posted

      Fingers crossed you'll respond well

      I'm excited to 😁 just imagine waking up and actually liking what you see in the mirror.. I can't wait!!

      I've found this helps tho cos people who ha be had to experience this don't really understand

    • uyelai
      uyelai tatum23084

      Posted

      Very true, hope for the best.

      You take care ok, ill have to go and work a bit hehe.

       

    • uyelai
      uyelai tatum23084

      Posted

      Hi there Tatum, how have you been? im on my 7th week but still im having bad bad breakouts, i don't know if this is still part of the IB. 

       

  • Alleycat1209
    Alleycat1209 tatum23084

    Posted

    OMG, as a mom of a 17YO with severe acne, I just told him yesterday his skin was looking so awesome! He's been on this for 3 months only- there are a few "divots" left, but I have all the faith that these will be outgrown eventually.

    You MUST BE PATIENT, and abide by all the rules. Get your blood checked, hyrate, moisturize, use your chapstick, take the pills religiously. My son is in the home stretch- I know it's hard not, but it will all be worthwhile in the long run!!!

    • Alleycat1209
      Alleycat1209

      Posted

      PS, one month is totally not long enough. It took 3 for my son.
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