Ulcerative Colitis And Accutane Link?

Hi I recently took accutane for two years and developed ulcerative colitis and acid reflux in the last 2 months of my accutane treatment. I would like to know if there is a link between these two, I find it highly unlikely that I would develop this at 18 and for some reason my hair severely thinned out and falls out occasionally. I think my hair thinning and ulcerative colitis were a result from accutane considering they developed around the same time. Please respond someone

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Yes, Accutane can cause hair loss and there is a link and many legal cases regarding Chron's / U.C.

Not sure if your from the U.S., but it is listed as a side effect of the drug! I would see a doctor if you can.

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Hello, Jack! How are you?

Yes, Accutane has been known to cause issues like this as side effects in some people that take it. As listed by the FDA, other side effects may possibly include nausea, decreased night vision, depression and lethargy.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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