Severe Acne
Severe acne is characterized by nodules and or cysts.
Nodules: As opposed to the lesions mentioned above, nodular
acne consists of acne spots which are much larger, can be quite painful
and can sometimes last for months. Nodules are large, hard bumps under
the skin's surface. Scarring is common. Absolutely do not attempt to
squeeze such a lesion. You may cause severe trauma to the skin and the
lesion may last for months longer than it normally would. Dermatologists
often have ways of lessening swelling and preventing scarring.
Cysts: An acne cyst can appear similar to a nodule, but is
pus-filled, and has been described as having a diameter of 5mm or more
across. They can be painful. Again, scarring is common with cystic acne.
Squeezing an acne cyst may cause a deeper infection and more painful
inflammation which will last much longer than if you had left it alone.
Dermatologists often have waysof lessening swelling and preventing
scarring.
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