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Q: Treating sebaceous glands with isotretinoine

asked by: DoctorQuestion on February 17th, 2009

I have bumps on my face that are quite large and dermatologists that I have consulted said that they are caused by over active sabaceous glands. They are visible under the light and I'm very conscious about it as I used to have perfect skin. Some friends even remarked that they look like mosquito bites. I was advised that the only treatment is to surgically removed the sebaceaous gland but I'm very afraid of the risk of scarring. Could you please recommend alternative treatment i.e creams to apply or other non evasive treatment. Thanks and looking forward to your reply.

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Dr. Goce Aleksovski , MD

replied on February 19th, 2009

Skin Answer A5803

You might want to ask your doctors for treatment with isotretinoine. This substance reduces the size of the sebaceous glands and consecutively the quantity of the secreted sebum. However, use of isotretinoin has to be under strict surveillance of a doctor, because it can cause serious side-effects. This drug must not be used during pregnancy or by those who may become pregnant during treatment.

Your doctor might ask you to sign a consent after giving you complete information about isotretinoin.

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