Dermatologist appointment this week....,no clue on what to expect.?

I decide to go see a dermotologist given my acne problem quickly increasing over the last 3 months.


I want to ask what type treatments am I going to expect given my price range is only up to $300. What's the name...and is it effective? Name more than one if you can. ThanksDermatologist appointment this week....,no clue on what to expect.?
the app't will only last about 5 minutes with the actual dermatologist. It only takes them that long to diagnosis what treatment you will need... but pls note that the creams, antiobiotics that they will prescribe are VERY expensive and you will have to return after a couple of mos to re-diagnosis the treatment. but it is worth it!!! I just wish that i had gone sooner... even if you are not able to afford the treatment, let your dr know this and maybe they can help with the cost or give you some free trial sizes to see how you react to them and if they are worth you purchasing full sizes.. don't be scared!!! it was the easiest dr app't i have ever had! Dermatologist appointment this week....,no clue on what to expect.?
Your question didn't state whether you were seeing a general practioner already for acne and what you have used. For this instance, I will assume you haven't. Therefore, on your first visit to the derm you will be asked to fill out a brief med history, and then you will be screened by your derm. He/she will look at your skin, ask you what treatments you have been using. They will discuss options with you...generally they will go with the least invasive treatments first. Topical medications anything form benzoyl peroxide %26amp; sulfur meds all the way to topical antibiotics and retin-a. Depending on the type of acne you have they may even prescribe an oral medication/antibiotic.


If your acne is more severe and doesn't respond to general treatment, then your derm will discuss other options such as light/laser therapy, etc.


Make sure that you ask questions during your appointment and if you are prescribed medication that you follow the guidelines. For instance with some acne meds you have to be very careful with sun exposure, or some you shouldn't get pregnant while using them.