Nodular Acne
Nodular acne is a severe type of acne vulgaris. Nodules are very similar to papules, they are tender bumps with a hard core, larger in size and usually red, painful and deeply lodged under the skin. Inflammation implies a bacterial infection, which means that the lesions have bacterial proliferation in addition to oil and dead skin cells.
Nodular acne pimples are very sensitive to the touch. Any attempt to break these nodular pimples is not recommended, as it will leave acne scars in most cases.
As any severe acne problem, nodular acne can also lead to a psychological condition known as acne dysmorphia or acne complex. Affected individuals by such condition can become excessively concerned or obsessive with his or her appearance; this can lead to depression and in some instances this psychological distress can lead to social isolation thus affecting occupational and social activities. Some individuals may get desperate by their nodular acne condition and attempt drastic and dangerous steps to get rid of nodules making acne scarring even worse. That is why is so important to consult a dermatologist to get the proper nodular acne treatment.
Nodular Acne Treatment
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