Types of Acne
Acne is a common skin problem that affects an estimated 85% of American teenagers as well as 20% of adults. While acne can sometimes be very minor, it can also cause deep, cystic bumps that are painful as well as embarrassing. In these cases, your dermatologist may have given you Accutane, a powerful acne medication taken orally.
While Accutane did help many people overcome their acne, it also led to the development of digestive disorders for some patients and is no longer available in the United States as a result. If you now suffer from irritable bowel syndrome or another digestive disorder as a result of taking Accutane, you should fight back against this terrible pharmaceutical negligence. Contact an Accutane lawsuit attorney from Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187 to discuss your case.
Causes of Acne
Generally, acne occurs when the pores of the face become clogged with excess oil or debris. However, dermatologists are not always certain of what causes the pores to close up or the excess oil to occur. Sometimes, over-the-counter products can clean out pores to treat mild acne, but you may need prescription medications to reach the deeper cysts.
Types of Acne
Doctors typically determine the severity of a patient’s acne based on the level of the skin that it affects. The main forms of acne include:
- Pustules – at the surface of the skin
- Papule – pimples that are deeper than pustules
- Cysts – deep, inflamed skin
Additionally, you can have blackheads or whiteheads based on the color of the clog. While these issues can be frustrating, they are not worth the potential risks of taking Accutane. Unfortunately, many patients took the drug before they were aware of the potential side effects – including Crohn’s disease and inflammatory bowel disease.
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Accutane was helpful for some acne sufferers, but it left others with lifelong health problems. If you believe that you now have Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome or another such disorder as a result of taking Accutane, you should contact an Accutane lawsuit lawyer from Williams Kherkher at 800-761-3187 today to learn more about your options for seeking justice.
