Acne is a skin condition that affects millions worldwide, manifesting in various forms from the mild and somewhat annoying blackheads and whiteheads to the more severe and often painful cystic acne.

They're not a treatment, but dermatologists say pimple patches can help "manage the damage" caused by some acne spots.

“Those with moderate to severe cystic acne or acne that hasn’t responded to other treatments may benefit from isotretinoin, also known as Accutane, a derivative of vitamin A,” Husain said.

Acne fulminans (AF) is a rare form of severe cystic acne that is usually seen in young males ages 12 to 17. Unlike acne vulgaris, the onset of severe cystic involvement with concomitant ...