Everyone knows about acne but can you differentiate between simple acne and cystic acne? Here is a guide to everything you need to know about cystic acne.
Cystic acne is the most severe type of acne. In this type of acne, cysts develop under the skin because of accumulation of oil, bacteria, and dead skin cells. Although it can occur in any skin type but it is more common in oily skin, particularly individuals suffering from hormonal imbalance.
Cystic acne can be recognized as large pimples with a white bump containing pus in them. It is accompanied by redness and pain. Although they are more noticeable on the face, they can develop anywhere, like chest, neck, back, arms and behind the ears, etc.
One of the complicated things is that cystic acne can leave a scar. The best way to prevent scarring is to leave them as they are. Don’t touch them, don’t pick or pop the cysts. Instead, drink plenty of water, eat a healthy diet and focus on managing the underlying cause, i.e., hormonal imbalance.
Unfortunately, OTC medicines are not strong enough to combat cystic acne. You will need a prescription from a doctor to get medicines to treat it. So it is better to consult your dermatologist. Meanwhile, make sure you don’t apply heavy makeup and stimulants on your skin as it will worsen your skin condition.
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Dr. Iqra Mubashar is a registered Pharmacist originally from Pakistan, Lahore. She has earned her pharmacy degree from the University of veterinary and animal sciences, Lahore. She has completed her internship as a trainee from Children hospital, Lahore. She has completed her research work in clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutics. She has worked as a healthcare documentation head in Al-Qasim enterprises, Islamabad. She has specialized in prescription handling, drugs information, literature research, patient counseling and pharmaceutical care plans. Her research work on coronavirus is under publication.
