Acne conglobata is one form of a severe case of acne condition. It is characterized by deep abscesses, inflammation, causes great damage to the skin including scarring, and blackheads are very common around the face, neck, trunk, buttocks and/or the upper arms region.
What causes Acne Conglobata?
Swollen bumps around the acne lesions gradually increase in size till they break down and release pus. Deep ulcers form below the nodules or swollen bumps and crusts above which further leads to scarring of the skin. Deep abscesses also cause a great deal of scarring and skin damage.
Experts claim that such a skin condition is sometimes preceded by an acne condition of cysts and/or pustules which often do not heal but deteriorate fast. Acne conglobata flares are also seen in otherwise dormant acne.
Treatments for Acne Conglobata
Isotretinoin is recommended for acne conglobata treatment. However, breast feeding mothers and pregnant women are advised not to take isotretinoin because of associated birth defects. Then again several treatments maybe required for treating acne conglobata including antibiotics.
More common in men than women, acne conglobata is said to affect people between 18 to 30 years. Regular follow-ups even after complete treatment is essential to check for recurrence and scar treatment.