How to get rid of an inflamed acne that is not responding to creams? (photo)

Doctor's Answer

From the picture, it looks like the acne papule has developed into a nodulocystic lesion. Options in this case where there is only one single nodule will include:

1. Intralesional steroid + antibiotic injection - This will aid in destroying the bacteria over the lesion and decreasing the inflammation and proliferation of the nodule. Usually the contents of the cyst can also be "flushed" out during the injection as well and typically the nodule will flatten in a matter of days. Occasionally a repeat injection may be required.

2. Electrocautery or Radiofrequency microneedling (AGNES) to destroy and dry up the infected sebaceous oil gland

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