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I am very concerned about my son. he's 16 years old. the suffers from acne four. just a few days ago its appears a lymph node inflamed down his chin.

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Dr. Jennifer Glassman answered

May need antibiotics: Severe cystic acne results is caused by an infection by skin bacteria such as staph aureus. The development of an inflamed lymph node is a sign of infection. I suggest bringing him to your family physician. He may benefit from antibiotics.

Dr Mele and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I am very concerned about my son. he's 16 years old. the suffers from acne four. just a few days ago its appears a lymph node inflamed down his chin.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jennifer Glassman answered

Dr Mele and another doctor agreed

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