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A 18-year-old female asked:

Can a cystic pimple go away on its own? or does it have to be removed?

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Dr. Robert Jackson
Dermatology 45 years experience
If: If it is a real cyst then must be removed. A pimple will go away.
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A 25-year-old female asked:

Will a cystic pimple go away on its own?

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Dr. Glynis Ablon
Dermatology 31 years experience
Some will, some that: have a true sac may not, and some may scar, see a board certified dermatologist for treatment, if not resolving in a few weeks
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