Types of Acne

There are five distinct types of acne that are often also referred as different stages of acne – Acne Vulgaris, Acne Rosacae, Acne Conglobata, Acne Fulminans and Pyroderma Faciale.
 
Each of these conditions differs in the extent of severity of the breakout and requires following a different line of treatment for best results.

Acne Vulgaris is the mildest version of this skin problem and is marked by appearance of whiteheads, blackheads and pus-filled zits that fall in the category of pustules and papules. In some cases, these can take the form of pus filled nodules and cysts that if not treated properly or if scratched or pinched can cause scarring.

 
Acne Rosacea can be identified from the redness of skin in the spaces between zits and blemishes. It looks like a rash and is more common in women than in men. This calls for specific treatment by an expert dermatologist so that the blemishes and the pimples disappear along with the rashes without leaving behind any scars.
 
Acne Conglobata is a more chronic skin condition that is characterised by interconnected lesion along with zits, blemishes, blackheads and whiteheads. People suffering from this type of acne have to deal with scarring as well as it is quite common in this condition.
 
Acne Fulminans, the fourth type of acne, has similar symptoms like Acne Conglobata, except for the fact that the breakout takes place all of a sudden. Moreover, this not only affects the skin where the eruptions occur, but also takes a toll on the body and causes aching muscles and pain in the joints. This form of acne is more common among males than females.
 
A common prescription medicine that is recommended for this condition is Accutane that has proven extremely efficient in putting a stop to breakouts. However, most dermatologists prescribe it as a last resort due to its many side effects that can take a heavy toll on the body of a pregnant woman.
 
Pyroderma Faciale is the fifth and last type of acne. They can be commonly seen in women aged between 20 and 40 years. The severity of this breakout causes many women to seek an expert dermatologist as soon as it appears, which is in fact a wise choice. In most cases, this condition does not last more than a year but requires immediate medical attention to prevent scarring.
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