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Accutane Side Effect

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Hello Doctor I am extremely concerned about the possible effects of Accutane on my growth (height) When I was 15 I took Accutane to cure my acne for approximately a little over 6 months. I started off taking the drug at .05 mg per kg for the first month, 2/3mg per kg for the next 2 months, and subsequently took 1mg/kg for the last 3 and half months. I am now 18 and a half and have read that Accutane can cause premature epiphyseal closure in pediatric patients. I am concerned that this may have happened to me because I notice that I have not grown much at all in the last few years since I was on the drug. I am still approximately 5'7. In your opinion Doctor, is this side effect something that you have come across in your experience with patients who are still growing? In addition, I have mainly read that Accutane can have the possibility of affecting the epiphyseal plates at the end of long bones. Is there a chance that accutane can also cause premature fusion of bones other than long bones eg the cranial sutures, or is it reserved to the epiphyseal plates? I would really appreciate a reply as soon as you can Doctor thank you
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Unfortunately our dermatologist is no longer available to answer online questions. I apologize for this inconvenience. I personally have not had reports of patients that Accutane has effected their growth. I suggest contacting dermatologists in your local area for more information. Best skin care wishes.

Meagan, Esthetician

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