phatcat 0 #1 January 30, 2003 I got one on the left side of my neck right where my shirt collar goes. It's freakin pissing me off!! Aren't these supposed to go away after puberty or something? I'm still waiting... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiverbrian 0 #2 January 30, 2003 Quote supposed to go away after puberty or something I don't know. I'm still young and pure! In a world full of people, only some want to fly... isn't that crazy! --Seal Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #3 January 30, 2003 20 years old, still have enough pimples to call it acne. Hate it, all I can do is wash my face twice a day and try to avoid stress. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #4 January 30, 2003 Quote I don't know. I'm still young and pure! Riiight!! ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phatcat 0 #5 January 30, 2003 Quote20 years old, still have enough pimples to call it acne. Hate it, all I can do is wash my face twice a day and try to avoid stress. Get more sun. Trust me. Forget all the skin cancer bullshit - people have been out in the sun for thousands of years and you haven't read about them bitching about skin cancer OR acne, have you? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hobbes4star 0 #6 January 30, 2003 i think i am doomed for the rest of my life. my grandparents still get them and they are in their 70's.if fun were easy it wouldn't be worth having, right? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #7 January 30, 2003 I inherited pretty severe acne from my dad. I had a terrible complexion through my mid-twenties. I tried every treatment with a dermatologist (anti-biotics, cortizone shots, some dermabrasion). Finally, it was "Custer's Last Stand" for me. I underwent six months of Accutane treatment. Now you can barely tell I ever had a zit in my life (I still get one here or there, but nothing like I used to). Now, if you still get fairly bad cases, you may want to ask your doctor about it. I'd recommend it to anyone who suffers from pretty severe acne (painful even!). Be ware! Accutane has heavy restrictions on its distribution, and has pretty serious side-effects. If you're female, you must agree to go on contraceptives and participate in a study (fatal birth defects). I had to submit blood tests every three weeks to monitor my liver, cholesterol levels and other stuff that doctors care about. It dehydrates you like a raisin and I suffered from regular dry-nose/dry-ear bleeds, cracked lips, dry eyes and the first half of treatment saw my complexion get worse! It was all worth it. edit: added junk... So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #8 January 30, 2003 I went to a dermatologist who recommended medication. I decided not to because the worst that happened to me was a few small scars around my nose. Other than that, it's just a social thing and doesn't really bother me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #9 January 30, 2003 Yup, varies with stress, though.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n2skdvn 0 #10 January 30, 2003 i never had a prob with them but get them once in a while live with them they happen.....if my calculations are correct SLINKY + ESCULATOR = EVERLASTING FUN my site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Magistr8 0 #11 January 30, 2003 Never had that problem but I know someone with really bad acne and have the name of some REALLY good mediation should the need ever arise "Impossible is a word to be found only in the dictionary of fools." Napoleon Bonaparte Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mujie96 0 #12 January 30, 2003 I'm 25 going on 26, I've been through treatment with every topical ointment and gel, antibiotic, and 4 courses of Accutane-my skin still looks like crap. So yeah the one pimple on your neck sucks but you could just have plain old bad skin, like moi. Just keep swimming...just keep swimming.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #13 January 30, 2003 Quote I got one on the left side of my neck right where my shirt collar goes. It's freakin pissing me off!! Aren't these supposed to go away after puberty or something? I'm still waiting... Forget it, monkey. I am 39 and still get them on my neck, chin, and sides of my nose. Anyone leading an active lifestyle will still get them. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #14 January 31, 2003 Quote... and 4 courses of Accutane-my skin still looks like crap. ... Based on my then-cystic-condition and my dermotologist's reaction before treatment, I would dare to submit that your dermotologist needs to reexamine dosage, and length of treatment. My course was 60mg/AM and 40mg/PM every day, six-months straight. My sister on the otherhand had a slightly milder condition, despite that, her course was four months, 40mg/AM, 40mg/PM during the first three months, pared down to 20mg/AM 20mg/PM for the final month. I hope it wasn't the same doctor, and hope another solution will arise for you. As I recall my doctor telling me, Accutane seems to work better, the worse the acne condition. Cystic or nodular (often painful) conditions all over the face, neck, chest, back are the prime targets. I could be wrong though.So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skip 0 #15 January 31, 2003 QuoteI underwent six months of Accutane treatment Ohh and what a 6 months it was. I also spent 6 or so months dancing with Accutane and damn that was miserable, but as you said that shit works. Not only did it cure my sever acme problem, for that six months I was a cheep date; one beer and I was down and out for the night. Wow but do I owe my parents for that, I had an abnormal case of acme and they totally understood and came through big time. .:skip Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mujie96 0 #16 January 31, 2003 80 mg a day, damn close to the max dose for my weight. I can no longer afford dermatologists, luckily my skin is slightly more mature now, although still not great. Some of just have bad genes, I suppose. Just keep swimming...just keep swimming.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mouth 0 #17 January 31, 2003 I'm 39 and I still get them when I'm out doing stuff and sweat. They are a fact of life. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
