This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Cystic acne can cause pain, shame and lasting scars. Here's what causes it.

Over the past decade, I’ve tried everything to clear my stubborn cystic acne. From monthly facials and “clean” skin care products to laser treatments, a dairy- and gluten-free diet and every ...

Over the past decade, I’ve tried everything to clear my stubborn cystic acne. From monthly facials and “clean” skin care products to laser treatments, a dairy- and gluten-free diet and every ...

Cystic acne is considered a severe form of acne, and is the most likely to cause scarring. Dr Jack says: “Inflammation can be linked to hormonal changes.” Sudden acne in women can be a sign of ...

Also called cystic acne, this type of acne can cause ... off a bacteria known as Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) that causes acne. A large study on the DNA of 26,722 people found genetic ...

14."My friend is naturally an emotional person, but her pregnancy really heightened everything. One night our group of ...

One of the golden rules of skin care: Never pop your pimples. Of course, it’s tough advice to follow if that angry bump is ...

As common as acne is, experts say there are some popular misconceptions about its causes. Research suggests diet and poor hygiene are not the clear culprits, but rather a multitude of factors ...

It causes polymorph cutaneous lesions that may ... State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Severe cystic acne in a male adolescent ...

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