Cystic Acne Is Severe
Cystic acne is the harshest and the most painful form of acne. It could leave permanent scars on your face. But what are cysts? Cysts or nodules are blockages of the oil glands that burst open and produce inflammation and pus in the surrounding tissue. These infections are usually deep under the skin and do not rise to the surface. Since, infection waste is not discharged, cystic acne takes more time to heal.
While it is not possible to stop acne from appearing, it can lead to permanent scarring of the skin. However, there are different treatments available for various individuals depending on the skin type.
Causes
Just like most of the other forms of acne, cystic acne has no particular reason behind its occurrence. It primarily occurs when the body is undergoing hormonal changes that may lead to an imbalance. Such conditions generally come up during pregnancy, puberty or childbirth.
However, in some cases it has been found that cystic acne is in fact hereditary. If one of the parents has had cystic acne, the chances are bright that their child may also suffer from it at some time.
Treatment
Being the most serious form of acne, cystic acne requires you to take right steps to treat it.
Accutane is the most commonly prescribed oral medication to treat cystic acne. If yours is a severe case, your doctor may also render you some surgical treatment like microdermabrasion. Antibiotics are usually administered to reduce redness and inflammation caused due to the condition.
Tea tree oil is also an effective natural remedy for cystic acne and is sometimes prescribed by the dermatologists in its natural form or in the form of some topical applications.
Laser treatment could also help you get rid of the condition, depending on the severity of the cystic acne.
Prevention
* You should make it a point to never pick or squeeze on the pustules if you have cystic acne. The bacteria present in your nails may further spread the infection and also leave behind permanent scarring.
* Keep the affected area clean and use a gentle cleanser for the purpose.
* Use minimal make up only when required and use only non-comedogenic skin care products and cosmetics.
* Since cystic acne is the most severe form of acne, it is always advisable to get in touch with your dermatologist at the earliest so that he may be able to prescribe you the required treatment.
Thus, cystic acne is surely a severe form of acne but with little more care and the right guidance you can surely overcome it quite effectively.
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2012-01-30 17:07:02 | AnonIm not sure how to judge the severity so i dont know how bad mine is but it has puss and i get the volcano on both my cheeks, if the other cheek has erupted, it starts on the cheek/cheak? on the other side of my face. Ive just started treatment and im on Benzac AC 5 Gel 5%, Differin 0.1% and Tetralysal(1 capsule daily). This is my second week. Tips, change your pillow casing every second day as it tends to get dirty quicker than anything, try not to expose your sensitive skin to the sun, when it itches, never touch it as it only gets bigger and goodluck! I dont trust this treatment but im hanging in. Damn messing up my love life as i am cute/handsome now women dont even look at me.
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2012-01-26 23:36:59 | redboneYes it is very frustrating. I too suffer from these ugly cysts. I've never had to deal with this beforeand I too am down on my confidence. What do we do about this?
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2012-01-22 15:35:20 | Jenna - Minocycline and Epiduo..I've been on a treatment of Minocycline twice daily, Epiduo in the morning after I wash my face, and Tazorac at night after another wash. At first I didn't even need the Tazorac and my skin clearned up almost completely in a few days! But of course that was too good to be true, because after a few weeks it slowly quit on me. He upped the dose, added the tazorac, got a little better, and then nothing. Now I'm back to square one and too afraid to try Accutane... Worst of all I'm not supposed to wear makeup, but I can't even walk out of the house feeling human without it. So much for the "prime time" of my life. Atlest I know I'm not alone!
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2011-12-30 04:09:03 | Anonymous - Oh no!My face seems to be getting worse the older I get. I know how you feel about looking in the mirror and thinking you are disgusting..that's where I am now. I think have made the biggest mistake by always picking and popping, now I am showing all of the scars. I have Cystic acne & because of extreme stress &poor diet lately, I feel like the ugliest person alive.
I'm sure you think you look worse than you actually do! Amway...i have tried everything...i mean everything! The best products so far have been Clinique Acne Solutions. It's phenomenal and safe to use during pregnancy, I used it throughout mine & my Gyn approved it. Give it a little time to kick in. it truly works.
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2011-12-22 22:22:16 | AnnemariHi mommy to be again. Ask your dr or giney to pesribe Zineryt for you. You put it on the area 2 a day and it really works. It is safe to use during pregnancy. I am using it now, my baby girl is 15 months. I am still breasfeeding and can't take anything harmfull. It is working for me. Hope it will work for you!
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2011-12-14 20:33:03 | MissMaro - Aleppo SoapI'm sorry you're suffering. I had severe cystic acne for years, and I have found that Aleppo Soap helps a lot. There's no guarantee, of course, but you might want to try it.
I know exactly what you mean about not wanting to be seen by other people. I used to turn down social engagements all the time because I couldn't cover my acne very well and I felt totally disgusting. (But you're not disgusting at all, and I definitely agree that you should feel beautiful during your pregnancy. Being a mother is a beautiful thing.)
Anyway, while you can't do other treatments, it might be worth trying Aleppo Soap. It got rid of most of my acne. It might help you too. Good luck!
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2011-12-14 06:34:47 | Sandra Warman - Cystic AcneI had surgery years ago and cant have any more children and at 45 years i feel my body is changing should i see my doctor about this to stop my acne. What should i do? I feel the change is making my acne flare up. Will seeing my doctor help this?
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2011-12-11 21:47:54 | Mommy2beAgain - severe acneI have always suffered from acne and have been on antibiotics for years. I am pregnant with my second child (at only 10 weeks into pregnancy) and have been experiencing the worse acne of my whole life. I am not on any antibiotics right now because of the harmful affects to the baby. My first pregnancy I suffered from acne flare ups, but this time around is the worse I have ever experienced.
I have asked my family doctor and my obgyn for some kind of advice or help. All I have is what NOT To use. Big list. How about products I CAN use.
It's upsetting to revolve my social life around my face. Christmas is coming up and I don't even want to be seen by them.
Pregnancy should be a happy time... and I should be glowing... not hiding.
Trying to stay positive and not worry too much is hard to do when all you see is my face every time I look in the mirror. I am disgusting. And I think everyone around me thinks this too.... hand me the brown paper bag ple...
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2012-01-06 05:57:54 | AnonymousI get it still severe bumbs on my face they just stuck five needles in my face in each one for the second time.and they gave me a new antibiodick getting sick of this on my face it meeses with your esteem and confidense.I have always got jobs evrywhere i went for a interview it has ben four interviews and not one person has hired me and i know its because these huge cysts on my face. they say equal opp thats bs
It's just not fair! I finally had my cystic acne under control- birth control pills, oral antibiotic, epiduo. It wasn't perfect, my dermatologist wanted me to go on Accutane. I always need to get my cysts injected. Once they stick that glorious needle into it, they are gone in 2-3 days. Now... I'm pregnant. So no more anything. I was given clindamycin pads to put on my face, but I'm plagued by HUGE ones. I have one right in the center of my forehead that has been there for 3 weeks. I have a new one on my chin that makes me look like I've been punched. Im hideous! I thought I was supposed to glow- I look like a troll. This sucks!!