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One of the severe forms of acne is cystic acne. With this type of acne, conventional treatments may not be quite as effective as it would be for normal and milder types of acne. Acne Cyst may either be intermittent or chronic. It is a type of pustule that burrows deep inside the skin. Because of their depth, Acne Cyst does not respond to common anti-acne topical agents. They are not only painful, they leave a scars and your face maintains an uneven contour.

The common causes of cystic acne can still be attributed to hormones, perspiration, oil-based cosmetics and even some medications like estrogen, steroids, and testosterone. The usual pathology that Acne Cyst follows is that it is first precipitated by a surge of hormones. The sebaceous glands hypersecrete sebum that the glands itself become flooded and swollen, eventually becoming hard. When a gland is flooded, there is no other route for the excess oil to take other than underneath the skin. This explains the deep nature of cystic acne and is also cause for the irritation and resultant inflammation.

When someone is diagnosed to have cystic acne, dermatologists commonly prescribe antibiotics for reducing acne that kill or inhibit bacterial growth as well as decrease the inflammation. Patients with cystic acne often feel discouraged because results usually take a minimum of 6 months to be seen. This should never be a reason to discontinue the medication and move on to another antibiotic. When you do not follow your dermatologist’s instructions on how to take your antibiotic, you could develop resistance. With resistance, the bacterial growth will no longer respond to the antibiotic used against it. You will have another problem on your hand. The most effective way to watch Acne Cyst clear up is by following the instructions of your antibiotics for reducing acne.

For Acne Cyst that do not respond to antibiotics, they may be prescribed stronger especially those containing retinol. Retinol can be teratogenic so if you suspect you are pregnant or are already pregnant, the best thing you can do is to tell your dermatologist and they will explore other options for you such as dermabrasion, laser therapy, or even cosmetic surgery.
In order to prevent your acne from developing into cystic acne, you can take certain preventive measures such as maintaining personal hygiene, cleansing with antibacterial soap or wash. A healthy diet would nourish your skin and water and exercise will help release the toxins accumulated under your skin.