Types of Acne
Acne may be noninflammatory or inflammatory. Subtypes of acne within these two categories include: blackheads. whiteheads. papules. pustules. nodules. cysts. This type of acne is also the most likely to scar. The prescription medication isotretinoin (Sotret) is commonly used to treat cysts. In severe cases, your dermatologist may surgically remove a cyst. How severe is each type of acne? Blackheads and whiteheads are the mildest forms of acne. Acne may View Diagram Types of Acne