To reduce the inflammation, swelling, and pain of cystic acne, a dermatologist can inject a diluted corticosteroid directly into a cyst. This treatment is usually reserved for tender, swollen acne ...

When pimples get inflamed and painful and show no sign of relenting, it may be time to get a cortisone shot for that acne. In fact, a couple of months ago I was at my wit’s end over a couple of zits ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. Yes, you read that correctly—your throbbing zit isn’t an infection; it’s your skin’s inflammatory ...

An at-home corticosteroid injection that can be used to treat angry, inflammed pimples is currently in development. The injection will use the same type of steroid that is currently only available via ...

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