Yaz and Acne? help!!! =(

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Registered: 07-18-2006
Yaz and Acne? help!!! =(
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Thu, 09-21-2006 - 2:09am

I am starting my third month of Yaz, and up until now I have been completely happy with it. I thought I could stand acne if I had that side effect. I have always taken very good care of my skin and I have a remedy or product for just about any type of zit (including the awful cystic ones). I was doing just fine until the middle of my third week into my second month. I got this zit that was deep below the surface of my skin -- I knew not to pick it, and I applied what I normally apply to these zits (and it's in the same spot I sometimes get zits right before my period, so I'm sure it was hormonal), and the treatment did nothing. A week and a half later, that zit is still hanging out on my face and it has not changed a bit, despite my attempts to tame it with various treatments. Also, another zit just like it appeared on my chin (another area for hormonal zits with me), and I have had just as little success getting it to even go down (or come to a head or anything... they're both just red and deep and painful!).

Has anyone else had this experience with Yaz? Do you think it's the Yaz, or could it be something else? (also, do you think it is a permanant side effect?). I'm very distressed about this -- I can't deal with big zits like this that won't ever go away ... if anyone has any suggestions on how to tame them, I would appreciate it!!!!

Thanks in advance for ANY help!!!!!

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Registered: 08-12-2002
Thu, 09-21-2006 - 6:05am

Although I can't offer you any advice, I really sympathise with you, because I had the same problem with acne when I had my Mirena IUD.

 


 


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Registered: 07-19-2006
Thu, 09-21-2006 - 12:42pm

I have noticed a few more zits with Yaz, but mine have only lasted a week or so. They are similar to what you describe, though: painful and never really come to a head. Eventually they seem to just go away. I wish I had a magic solution to suggest to you. My doctor said Yaz was supposed to help with acne, so I figure maybe my body is still getting used to it. I'm only on week 7 of taking them.

Good luck!

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Registered: 04-01-2006
Thu, 09-21-2006 - 1:27pm

I have much experience with cystic acne.

Go to a dermatologist and they can inject the cysts with steriod. They should deflate in 2-3 days, sometimes overnight.

Good luck,

Apricot

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Registered: 07-18-2006
Thu, 09-21-2006 - 7:20pm

xploziv1,

that does not sound good! I supposed I will wait a little longer -- I am going to call my doctor tomorrow to ask her opinion, but I guess I should at least finish this month (month 3) out and see what happens. After you had the IUD taken out, how long did it take for your skin to return to normal?

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Registered: 07-18-2006
Fri, 09-22-2006 - 2:10pm

grammar-gal:

Did you go on Yaz to help acne, or did your doctor just mention that as a side-benefit...I didn't express acne as a concern either way, so my doctor didn't say anything about it...week 7 is when my zits started in. I've just begun week 9 (3rd pack)... they seem to be getting better now, and they hurt a lot less. Do you think it will be worth it to wait it out another month and see if my skin calms down?

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Registered: 08-12-2002
Fri, 09-22-2006 - 6:41pm

Hi lizjane9,


I had my IUD out just under five weeks ago.

 


 


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Registered: 07-19-2006
Sat, 09-23-2006 - 10:35am

My doctor just mentioned the acne thing. I didn't go on Yaz for any reason other than birth control. I do think it's worth sticking it out. Everyone is different, but I like this pill so far, and the zits have slowed in their size and frequency. I can tell my body is still getting used to being on the pill (I've been spotting slightly this week which is weird for me), but I feel like I'm getting close to adjusting completely. I'm sure after another month or maybe two I'll be fine and so will you.

Good luck!

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Registered: 09-23-2006
Sat, 09-23-2006 - 7:49pm
hi, i ran across your post b/c i'm searching for info on yaz since i'm considering taking it for acne. the possibility of getting *more* acne as a side effect certainly makes me think twice. although, my sister has been on yasmin for over a year and her acne/oily skin totally cleared up in 3 months, so i'm hoping to have the same results as her. anyway, regarding your deep pimples, when i get those i zeno it as soon as i feel any pain under the skin (before it's red or anywhere near the surface of the skin) and it usually goes away in 2 days. my friends laugh at me when they see me using the zeno contraption, but i swear it works - at least for the pimples that you can catch early enough. but once the pimple is already visible, it's a lost cause. that's my experience, at least. anyhow, good luck, i hope you clear up soon.