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Welcome to the mySkinDoc Blog, your go-to resource for the latest insights and updates in dermatology. Our blog features articles written by our team of expert dermatologists, offering valuable information on skin health, treatment options, and preventative care. Stay informed about the newest trends, research, and tips to help you maintain healthy skin. Whether you're dealing with a specific skin condition or looking to enhance your skincare routine, our blog provides the knowledge you need. Explore our posts and stay connected with the latest in dermatology.
Can isotretinoin cause hair loss? What UK patients should know
Can isotretinoin cause hair loss? Learn how common temporary shedding is, what else can cause it and when UK patients should contact their prescriber.
Amit Goyal
3 days ago5 min read
Can I drink alcohol while taking isotretinoin?
Can you drink alcohol while taking isotretinoin? Learn why UK guidance advises avoiding it, what blood tests monitor and what to do if you drank.
Amit Goyal
5 days ago5 min read
Can isotretinoin make acne worse before it gets better?
Can acne flare after starting isotretinoin? Learn what may happen in the first weeks, when to contact your prescriber and how significant flares are managed.
Amit Goyal
6 days ago5 min read
Isotretinoin blood tests: what is checked and when?
What do isotretinoin blood tests check, when are they needed and what happens if a result is abnormal? A clear UK guide to liver and lipid monitoring.
Amit Goyal
6 days ago5 min read
Where can I get an online dermatology consultation in London?
Looking for skin advice from London? Compare mySkinDoc's remote and video consultation options, check prices and learn when an in-person assessment is needed.
Amit Goyal
Oct 184 min read
Does private health insurance cover acne treatment in the UK?
A practical UK guide to insurance cover for acne consultations, referrals, tests, prescriptions, exclusions and pre-authorisation before booking.
Amit Goyal
Oct 185 min read
Why am I still getting acne in my 30s or 40s?
A practical UK guide to why acne can persist or begin in adulthood, which hormonal clues matter, treatment options and when to seek specialist assessment.
Amit Goyal
Oct 185 min read
Who should I see for acne: a pharmacist, GP or skin specialist?
A practical UK guide to whether a pharmacist, GP or skin specialist is the right first step for acne, including referral signs and what to expect.
Amit Goyal
Oct 165 min read
Can isotretinoin affect sexual function? What UK patients should know
A balanced UK guide to possible isotretinoin sexual side effects, the uncertainty in the evidence, current monitoring and when to contact your prescriber.
Amit Goyal
Oct 155 min read
Can a private dermatologist access my NHS records? A UK guide
A UK guide to what private skin clinicians can access, how to share relevant NHS information safely and what to bring to your appointment.
Amit Goyal
Oct 145 min read
Isotretinoin and pregnancy prevention in the UK: tests, contraception and what to do if plans change
A clear UK guide to isotretinoin pregnancy-prevention rules, contraception, pregnancy tests and what to do if circumstances change.
Amit Goyal
Oct 135 min read
When should a teenager see a doctor for acne?
A UK guide for teenagers and parents on when acne needs medical assessment, what treatment involves and when specialist referral may help.
Amit Goyal
Oct 135 min read
Can I switch between NHS and private acne care? A UK guide
A practical UK guide to switching between NHS and private acne care, including referrals, records, prescriptions, tests and safe handovers.
Amit Goyal
Oct 115 min read
Isotretinoin and mental health: what monitoring happens in the UK?
A patient guide to UK mental health assessment before isotretinoin, monitoring during treatment, warning signs and when to seek urgent help.
Amit Goyal
Oct 115 min read
How much does a private dermatologist cost in the UK — and what is included?
A practical guide to UK private dermatology costs, what an acne consultation may include, and possible extra fees for tests, prescriptions and follow-up.
Amit Goyal
Oct 95 min read
Can acne come back after isotretinoin? Relapse, maintenance and next steps
A UK guide to acne returning after isotretinoin, how relapse is assessed, when maintenance treatment may help and when specialist review is appropriate.
Amit Goyal
Oct 85 min read
How to prepare for a private acne consultation: a UK checklist
A practical UK checklist covering acne history, previous treatments, medicines, useful photographs and questions to ask at a private consultation.
Amit Goyal
Oct 75 min read
How long does isotretinoin take to work? A realistic UK timeline
A realistic guide to when isotretinoin may start helping acne, why progress varies, how long courses last and what UK monitoring involves.
Amit Goyal
Oct 65 min read
Is my acne starting to scar? When to seek help
Learn how to recognise early acne scars, distinguish texture changes from dark marks, and know when to seek treatment to reduce further scarring.
Amit Goyal
Oct 55 min read
What happens after a private acne consultation? Prescriptions, tests and follow-up
What UK patients should expect after a private acne consultation, including prescriptions, tests, follow-up and treatment responsibilities.
Amit Goyal
Oct 45 min read
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