Three Things You Must Have To Get Acne
The acne that you have may sometimes be just a pimple that harbors a bit of trapped pus consisting of sebum, dead skin cells and white blood cells. Other times it may be more severe. By knowing which type you have is the secret to finding a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. Professionals use a ranking system to determine what type you have and the best treatment.
There are different signs to be on the lookout for, and determine what type of acne you have. It begins with a bump and can get much worse. If the bump becomes filled with pus, contains a mixture of bacteria, white blood cells and dead skin cells, it is called a “pustule.” It can change where you have a generous amount of papules or pustules that are red and inflamed. It can get even worse where the acne has become nodules or cysts. These will spread all other the body, not just the face.
An even more severe type is known as acne congoblata. An amusing name, but the condition is definitely not. This type also contains acne that runs deeper into the skin, with heavy inflammation and deep abscesses. As a result there is often scarring of other types of serious skin damage.
The following can happen as acne gets progressively worse. Inflamed nodules will form around comedones-a general term for blackheads, whiteheads, and milia. As the nodules begin to grown, they will eject pus. Along with the appearance being affected, there can be pain along with it. Because, of the extensive damage that has taken place, Keliod-type scars may be left as a result.
Another type that can form is known as acne fulminans. There is usually ulcerative acne, which can lead to recurrent acne. And, a fever along with aching joints can accompany it as well. You may have to get non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug treatments. These drugs will only help tolerate the symptoms, not cure the problem.
Finally, the last form that I will mention is called nodulocystic acne. Red bumps (cysts) develop and the bumps can become close enough together to even form a more irritated area. This can also small tunnels to be made under the skin in which the infection spreads rampantly. Accutane and a treatment of antibiotics should be sufficient when the problem is this severe.
Its always good practice to visit a doctor along with a dermatologist to determine what treatment will meet your needs.