Reviewer: 55-64 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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It has been two years since I have used carac. My face where it has been treated is still red and easily irritated. I am presently seeing another dermatologist to see if there is still any precancer signs. Disappointed that my skin is still not clear. I have used desonide to try and stop redness and irritation.

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It has been two years since I have used carac. My face where it has been treated is still red and easily irritated. I am presently seeing another dermatologist to see if there is still any precancer signs. Disappointed that my skin is still not clear. I have used desonide to try and stop redness and irritation.
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Reviewer: ProfessorMac, 55-64 Male on Treatment for 5 to less than 10 years (Patient)

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I initially used Carac 10 yrs ago in tandem w/ Aldara, today mostly use Carac alone as Aldara produces immune suppressive complaints. If Carac is overused (which I errantly did), it can lead to permanent scarring. If underused, the lesions will require retreating or a visit to the dermatologist to have the area frozen. The challenge in using Carac is knowing WHEN you have reached the END POINT, an ... Show Full Comment

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I initially used Carac 10 yrs ago in tandem w/ Aldara, today mostly use Carac alone as Aldara produces immune suppressive complaints. If Carac is overused (which I errantly did), it can lead to permanent scarring. If underused, the lesions will require retreating or a visit to the dermatologist to have the area frozen. The challenge in using Carac is knowing WHEN you have reached the END POINT, and stop treatment of a lesion. I feel the mfrs info for use could be better in detailing how to know when you reach the end point. Also, the end point is different for your arms & face v lips v scalp. Clearly more user info is needed.
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Reviewer: Stephanie, 65-74 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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Just finished 21 days of Carac for 3 small areas on face. Want to discuss organic virgin coconut oil, recommended 1/20/12. Treatment symptoms (soreness, itching) weren't bad. After the 21 days I tried the organic virgin coconut oil instead of vaseline for the dryness. In my case the 3 areas itched and burned. I was extremely, extremely uncomfortable. My dermatologist's office returned my earlier ... Show Full Comment

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Just finished 21 days of Carac for 3 small areas on face. Want to discuss organic virgin coconut oil, recommended 1/20/12. Treatment symptoms (soreness, itching) weren't bad. After the 21 days I tried the organic virgin coconut oil instead of vaseline for the dryness. In my case the 3 areas itched and burned. I was extremely, extremely uncomfortable. My dermatologist's office returned my earlier call--asking about organic virgin coconut oil--too late that day (because I'd already put the coconut oil on the treated areas) saying not to use organic virgin coconut oil, it would cause burning. For me,it already had. Hours after washing the areas with mild soap and water, I happily applied vaseline. No problem.
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Reviewer: 45-54 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month

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Just finshed first week of treatment. Day 4 is when Carac really started to show its teeth. I was only going to do small areas of my face to start but after reading many reviews and talking with others that have been through this I decided to treat intire face. Face is very red dry, blotchy and hurts. Some stomach cramps on day 6. Hang in there people I have seen really good results on my brother ... Show Full Comment

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Just finshed first week of treatment. Day 4 is when Carac really started to show its teeth. I was only going to do small areas of my face to start but after reading many reviews and talking with others that have been through this I decided to treat intire face. Face is very red dry, blotchy and hurts. Some stomach cramps on day 6. Hang in there people I have seen really good results on my brother and cousin that suffer the same condition. Lets see what next week brings and good luck.
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Reviewer: anniebee289, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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I've just finished 6wk treatment of carac on my face .. 2 seperate areas for precancer & cancer cells [1st nose then entire face] . I've been off for a week & healing continues. Dr. says about 18 cancer areas treated well. 2 problem areas remain & will be evaluated in 2 mo. I'm using organic virgn cocconut oil as a moisturise. Much easier & more comfortable to use than vasoline. ... Show Full Comment

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I've just finished 6wk treatment of carac on my face .. 2 seperate areas for precancer & cancer cells [1st nose then entire face] . I've been off for a week & healing continues. Dr. says about 18 cancer areas treated well. 2 problem areas remain & will be evaluated in 2 mo. I'm using organic virgn cocconut oil as a moisturise. Much easier & more comfortable to use than vasoline. Absobs better & helps against yeast inf. of skin. Also advised to use old remedy of casteroil pack. Helps rid toxins. Check at health stores. My skin is much improved p/ a couple of days.
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