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Both of my sons did, several years ago when they were about 16-17 years old. They had horrible acne, the kind that makes permanent scars. I was terrified for them to take it since I have bipolar disorder and Accutane can cause depression and suicide in those that have a tendency towards it. They begged me to let them take it. (They were at a new high school and were so self conscious about their appearance.)

I did a lot of research on it and talked to many doctors about it and decided to let them take it. I am so glad that I did. I did not want them to be permanently scarred by their acne. They had NO problems taking it, and it cleared their skins up beautifully. In fact, I am afraid I almost waited too late to make the decision with my oldest son. He may still have a little scarring. He should've started it sooner, but I can't look back at that.

It is very expensive, but we were fortunate that our medical insurance paid for the majority of it. I think the main concern with it now is that it can cause birth defects if a young woman gets pregnant while taking it. Luckily, having boys, I didn't have to worry about that!!! But they did have to have monthly blood tests done to make sure it didn't affect their white blood count (I think that's what they were checking for.)

Are you taking it---or considering taking it?

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