What Are the Treatments for Acne Cysts?
Acne is one of the most embarrassing problems a person can have, because there are few ways to hide it. Those who suffer with this problem often not only experience low self-esteem, but physical pain as well. Acne cysts are the most severe form of acne. There are different degrees of severity with acne cysts, and most are treatable with prescriptions. Does this Spark an idea?
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Identification
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Acne cysts are easily identifiable because they have specific characteristics. Cysts are puss-filled sacs under the skin. They are large, generally five millimeters in diameter, and painful. Many people want to squeeze cysts to pop them, but doing this will make them more red and irritated. Often you cannot pop them anyway, because of their structure. Also, cysts that are not properly treated can result in acne scarring.
Causes
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Acne cysts can develop in many situations. The problem can start in your genes because acne cysts can be hereditary. Sugar and fatty foods can also trigger the problem. Environmental issues can clog pores, as can friction and sweating. However, cleaning your face too much and scrubbing too hard can also cause acne cyst problems.
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Antibiotics
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Antibiotics are one way that dermatologists will treat acne cysts. This medication will not only completely destroy and remove the large, red bumps, but it will also clear the bacteria under the skin to prevent further problems. Antibiotic treatments can take a long time--treatments often take up to six months to work.
Isotretinoin (Accutane)
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Accutane is a popular treatment for acne cysts. Although it clears up this acne problem, it has many benefits and side effects associated with it. Accutane takes 15 to 20 weeks for a person to complete treatment. Women on the drug must use two different forms of birth control, because the drug can cause severe birth defects in a fetus. The drug not only clears up acne cysts, but also prevents acne scarring. Although this drug has many benefits, it also has a number of treatable side effects. Those on the drug may suffer from dry eyes, lips, mouth, nose and skin. People on this drug may also become depressed.
Intralesional Corticosteroids (Cortisone Shots)
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Cortisone shots are painless and instantly relieve the pain caused by acne cysts. The medicine melts the cyst over a period of three to five days. This procedure is also used to treat acne scarring.
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