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How is cystic acne different from other types of acne?

How is cystic acne different from other types of acne? Cystic acne is a large lump of acne that often contains pus, is swollen, red, and very painful. It is more deeply inflamed, larger, and more severe than other types of acne such as blackheads , whiteheads, pustules, stinging