What Is Cystic Acne? - Acne.org
www.acne.org › what-is-cystic-acneDec 02, 2020 · Cystic acne, also called nodulocystic acne, is a severe form of acne that comes with large (over 5 mm in diameter), red, sore acne lesions called nodules and cysts on the face, neck, back, and chest. Cystic acne is the same disease as regular acne, just more severe. All acne starts when tiny hair follicles, called pores, become clogged.