Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Remedy For Cystic Acne On Face
I have had cystic acne since high school I am 23 years old now and my acne has gotten worse I eat healthy I exercise to insanity it seems like when I sweat allot it causes more acne but this time it got real bad. I notice I have headaches that feel like I got fever I check my temperature it goes from 98.7 to 99.8 the highest . what is wrong with me can cystic acne really cause all this I mean my face hurts so bad I can't even shower it feels like open sores I don't know how to deal with this.
Thu, 18 Jun 2015
Hello,
When a pore in your skin gets clogged, usually with dead skin cells,bacteria can get trapped inside too, causing the area to become red and swollen.When this infection goes deep into your skin, creating a red, tender bump full of pus we have the condition called Cystic acne.
Treatment options for cystic acne:
-Oral antibiotics help control bacteria and lower inflammation but sometimes your acne may not respond to antibiotic therapy.
-Birth-control pills help some women by regulating their hormones.
- Topical treatment with retinoid,can help unplug your pores.
- Isotretinoin,also known by trade name Accutane,fights all causes of acne. You take a pill once or twice daily for about 5 months.
-Spironolactone is a medication that helps you get rid of unneeded water, but works also as a hormone blocker.
Hope this helps,
Kind regards,
Dr.Mersi
When a pore in your skin gets clogged, usually with dead skin cells,bacteria can get trapped inside too, causing the area to become red and swollen.When this infection goes deep into your skin, creating a red, tender bump full of pus we have the condition called Cystic acne.
Treatment options for cystic acne:
-Oral antibiotics help control bacteria and lower inflammation but sometimes your acne may not respond to antibiotic therapy.
-Birth-control pills help some women by regulating their hormones.
- Topical treatment with retinoid,can help unplug your pores.
- Isotretinoin,also known by trade name Accutane,fights all causes of acne. You take a pill once or twice daily for about 5 months.
-Spironolactone is a medication that helps you get rid of unneeded water, but works also as a hormone blocker.
Hope this helps,
Kind regards,
Dr.Mersi
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....