This Morning's Cat Deeley admits she used 'extreme' medication to address health woes
This Morning presenter Cat Deeley admitted that she used 'extreme' medication to help address her health woes as she opened up about her battle with acne
Appearing on the ITV show on Tuesday, July 8, alongside her co-star Ben Shephard, Cat Deeley was joined in the studio by a guest who suffered from acne as an adult as well as Dr George who was on hand to give further insight into the condition.
Lexy, who is a severe acne sufferer explained that her confidence is "destroyed" due to the skin condition. But as she shared further details, Cat also spoke about her story.
The 47 year old admitted that she started to suffer with acne in her adult years too which led to her feeling insecure. Explaining that she was forced to change certain daily habits, Cat confessed that she would come to work extra early to apply her makeup.
Cat then went on to express that she used roaccutane to help treat her acne which helped her skin improve. Roaccutane is used to treat severe forms of acne including nodular or conglobate acne, or acne that is at risk of causing permanent scarring.
However health care professional Dr George, described he medication as "extreme" which can cause side effects. He said: "I think it's a wonder drug, I really do as your experience as shown. But it's got to be used carefully, it's got to be used properly - it's got some significant side effects and problems", reports the Mirror.
He added: "But 85% of patients who had a course of roaccutane never have another spot. Looking at Cat he said: "As in your case you're left with a beautiful complexion, no more doctor's appointments, no more antibiotics, your skin is cured."
Yet, obtaining roaccutane isn't straightforward, as Lexy confessed she's languished on a two year waiting list. Observing the discussion, supporters took to social media platform X, formerly called Twitter, to express opinions about Lexy, Cat and their own stories.
One spectator expressed: "I feel so sorry for anyone suffering with acne. It's a cruel condition."
Another contributed: "I can sympathise with girl with bad acne. I had it in my teens. Hated looking in the mirror. Roaccutane was fantastic. Cleared my skin, a wonder drug. Many side effects but worth it."
