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A more grave type of acne is the nodules and pustules.
Nodules are large and firm and exit below the skin, whereas pustules
are yellowish bumps that are pus-filled.
There are acne forms which are non-inflammatory, carry no pus but only
appear as red spots. These are common refer to as pimples.
Among types of Acne, Cysts are the worst. Cysts have a sac-like
formation filled with pus that is spread under the skin tissue in a diameter of
5mm or more across. The pus runs deep below the skin's surface, which often
results in serious pain. Not all Cysts are cause by inner factors. Some may be
the result of squeezing small pus-filled Acne, causing the pus to run even
deeper into the skin and aggravating the infection.
Acne Vulgaris is
the most common type of Acne, containing both whiteheads and blackheads.
Acne Rosacea is characterized
by a flushed appearance of the face due to the enlargement of blood vessels.
the enlargement of blood vassals is caused by inflammatory bumps. The most
common places acne rosacea appears are on the chin and forehead.
Acne Conglobata is another
severe form of acne that effects the chest, back and the face. This is an
intensive form of acne vulgaris where multiple cysts and nodules are spread in
large areas. Acne conglobata is more common with men.
Perioral dermatitis is the type of acne
which young women suffer from. The common places where these tiny papules
appear are around the mouth and on the chin.
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