What is Cystic Acne Vulgaris and How is it Different Than Regular Acne?
Have you ever heard the term "cystic acne vulgaris"? It sounds like a very nasty condition and one that perhaps afflicts the private areas of the body, but it's good to have a correct and scientific understanding of what this term means so that you can understand if you have this condition, if it's different than typical acne, and how to treat it properly. Let's first look at the definition of the term cystic acne vulgaris.
Cystic Acne Vulgaris
The term vulgaris simply means something that is common or ordinary. The word vulgar comes from this, meaning something that is so common or ordinary that it is thought of as being low-class. Someone that says something vulgar is saying something that is not appropriate in polite company. We may not think of the term "common" as being something that should be looked down upon, but remember that word meanings usually go back decades if not even hundreds of years when people behaved differently and had different expectations than they do today. An off-color joke was thought to be something that only "common" people understood and not something shared among those that were of the upper classes, so it was "vulgar." But getting back to cystic acne vulgaris, the point is that the term vulgaris simply refers to common or everyday acne. As a matter of fact, most doctors don't even use the term cystic acne vulgaris and simply refer to acne on its own.
It's important to remember though that there are different forms of acne, and cystic acne vulgaris is different from cystic acne. Cystic acne has pimples that contain bacteria that go very deep under the skin and is usually the most severe form of acne, often leaving very deep scars even while a person still has breakouts. Most people that have cystic acne need to see a doctor to get a prescription for antibiotics so that they can address the bacteria that goes so deep that topical ointments don't fix it. With cystic acne vulgaris or everyday acne, it's usually possible to address it with topical solutions and a good skincare regimen.
This doesn't mean that cystic acne vulgaris or any form of acne is something to be dismissed. Even common everyday breakouts can be very difficult for those who suffer from them, and not all respond to treatment the way they should. Very stubborn or chronic breakouts may also need a prescription for antibiotics if they don't respond to topical medications such as benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, common ingredients in most acne treatment options. When confronted with cystic acne vulgaris that doesn't go away or respond to topical ointments doctors can also recommend procedures such as microdermabrasion, light therapy, laser therapy, and things such as these. Many dermatologists even specialize in acne treatment and can do a world of good for any sufferer or patient. So whether it's cystic acne vulgaris you have or cystic acne or if you're not even sure, see your doctor and get some treatment for it.
It's important to remember though that there are different forms of acne, and cystic acne vulgaris is different from cystic acne. Cystic acne has pimples that contain bacteria that go very deep under the skin and is usually the most severe form of acne, often leaving very deep scars even while a person still has breakouts. Most people that have cystic acne need to see a doctor to get a prescription for antibiotics so that they can address the bacteria that goes so deep that topical ointments don't fix it. With cystic acne vulgaris or everyday acne, it's usually possible to address it with topical solutions and a good skincare regimen.
This doesn't mean that cystic acne vulgaris or any form of acne is something to be dismissed. Even common everyday breakouts can be very difficult for those who suffer from them, and not all respond to treatment the way they should. Very stubborn or chronic breakouts may also need a prescription for antibiotics if they don't respond to topical medications such as benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, common ingredients in most acne treatment options. When confronted with cystic acne vulgaris that doesn't go away or respond to topical ointments doctors can also recommend procedures such as microdermabrasion, light therapy, laser therapy, and things such as these. Many dermatologists even specialize in acne treatment and can do a world of good for any sufferer or patient. So whether it's cystic acne vulgaris you have or cystic acne or if you're not even sure, see your doctor and get some treatment for it.
About The Author
Jeannette Wells is a researcher of acne treatment and has recently published the ebook - Acne Treatments Exposed, which you can purchase from Top Label Books.This ebook is recommended for anyone who wishes to learn the treatment methods that work the best for overcoming acne once and for all.
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Jeannette Wells is a researcher of acne treatment and maintains a web site on skin care at the Skin Care Tips Directory (more)
