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Acne How bad does it have to be?

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supernannyisace · 12/03/2012 14:09

I still suffer from acne - have done since about the age of 12 - now in my 40s.Grr...

The only cure is the pill, particularly Dianette - perfect skin on that. However, I can't take it - due to age, and my history of DVT, and blood clotting disorder.

So - I have an appointment to see a dermatologist at the hosp -I had to bend the GPs arm to get one though. Previous derm just said that I would grow out of it when I got to 40?!?! Well, I didn't believe him and I was right.

Has anyone been in a similar position? Will the derm take me seriously? I am jsut fed up with still having spots- not just on my face, but neck, chest, back, shoulders. They aren't huge festering boils or anything, but lots and persistant.

Any advice/tips welcomed!!

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creighton · 27/04/2012 08:14

yes it is in the UK. i have been using this dermatologist for years. i don't know if you are 'allowed' to self refer these days. i have a stash of roaccutane to use when i am ready to start again and will see the doctor again in a few months.

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