Question 1

i'm 53, deep cystic acne, worse with travel.    several tx of isotretinoin.  i clear up in days.  1x20mg clears for 2 weeks. can i get for travel?

Accepted Answer

Sure: My own acne cleared when I was 50 and yours has lasted even longer than mine has. I'm glad you've found a Rx that works for you. Best wishes.

Question 2

is clarithromycin the best oral antibiotic for a single, deep &tender hormonal cystic acne lesion?the 5 day script i've taken hasn't healed it. thanks

Accepted Answer

Cyst: no antibiotic is the best and most of the time cystic lesion like you describe may need to be lanced and drained, try some warm compresses also, it may help for cyst to come close to the skin surface and drain on its own

Question 3

how can i treat acne cysts?

Accepted Answer

Heat: Local treatment is heat with hot towel or device. A dermatologist can shrink cysts if necessary with a cortisone shot. If you are cystic and over the counter acne medications do not work, a dermatologist can prescribe topical or oral medications to prevent and control your problem.

Question 4

what can be used for cyst acne?

Accepted Answer

Isotretinoin: Deep cystic acne usually needs to be treated aggressively with Isotretinoin the basis of therapy. This is not cheap, pleasant, or entirely risk-free, but you owe it to any teen for whose health you may be responsible to offer effective treatment for this serious chronic disease.

Question 5

i'm curious as to what has worked to cure acne cysts?

Accepted Answer

Cystic acne: When it is this severe, it's time to see a dermatologist abut accutane. It's not pleasant or risk-free but it is well worth it. Especially if a teen is affected, i'd urge you to get this addressed now.

Question 6

how can you most effectively remove cystic body acne?

Accepted Answer

Accutane: Antibiotic can suppress cystic acne but once stopped the acne will return. If the acne is extensive and persistent the best alternative may be accutane, which needs to be pressings by a dermatologist experienced with the drugs use. Careful monitoring to prevent prevent pregnancy for one month prior and two months after a 15-20 week course is essential.

Question 7

are acne cysts permanent or do they eventually go away?

Accepted Answer

Will scar up: They eventually heal but usually leave depressed scars. For cystic acne, Accutane is usually required. It's not cheap, pleasant or risk free but it is well worth it for most folks. Good luck.

Question 8

how long is it supposed to it take an acne cyst to go away?

Accepted Answer

2-3 menstrual cycles: It varies but usually over 2 or 3 menstrual cycles. Your doctor may elect watchful waiting to see if the cyst would resolve on its own.

Question 9

how long is it supposed to it take acne cysts to go away on their own?

Accepted Answer

Get seen: It won't self-cure. Cystic acne is a life-ruiner for anyone who suffers from it, and it is abuse not to get it treated. A physician may make a trial of topical treatment plus a systemic antibiotic, but it will usually require a medicine such as Accutane which only a dermatologist can prescribe. Scarring from cystic acne can be brutal but can be made less conspicuous, again by a dermatologist.

Question 10

will i need to change my acne regimen if i've now developed large acne cysts?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you are getting large cysts amd are on antibiotic they may need to be changed. If however you are not taking antibiotic then they can be added to the regimen. If your acne is resistant to antibiotics, Accutane should be considered after speaking to your dermatologist.

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I'm 53, deep cystic acne, worse with travel. several tx of isotretinoin. i clear up in days. 1x20mg clears for 2 weeks. can i get for travel?

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Is clarithromycin the best oral antibiotic for a single, deep &tender hormonal cystic acne lesion?the 5 day script i've taken hasn't healed it. thanks

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How can i treat acne cysts?

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What can be used for cyst acne?

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I'm curious as to what has worked to cure acne cysts?

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How can you most effectively remove cystic body acne?

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Are acne cysts permanent or do they eventually go away?

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How long is it supposed to it take an acne cyst to go away?

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How long is it supposed to it take acne cysts to go away on their own?

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Will i need to change my acne regimen if i've now developed large acne cysts?

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