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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Accutane and Birth Defects
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
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Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Sep 28, 2000 12:00AM
, Sep 28, 2000 12:00AM
No.
Birth defects are only an issue for women who get pregnant while they are taking it, not after they stop, and not men ever.
As to your boyfirend's mood swings, that may or may not be related to the Accutane. Please make sure he brings the matter up to his dermatologist.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Birth defects are only an issue for women who get pregnant while they are taking it, not after they stop, and not men ever.
As to your boyfirend's mood swings, that may or may not be related to the Accutane. Please make sure he brings the matter up to his dermatologist.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
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