The causes of cheek acne include acne, folliculitis, drug stimulation, life factors, etc. The solution is mainly based on the cause of the disease, and take life conditioning, medication, physical therapy and other ways to improve.
1. Acne: mainly manifested as pimples, pustules or nodules on the cheeks. It can be treated by applying azelaic acid, clindamycin, benzoyl peroxide, vitamin A acid cream, etc. It can also be treated with oral spironolactone, isotretinoin, etc. It can also be treated with red and blue light irradiation to relieve inflammation.
2. Folliculitis: mostly related to bacterial infection, can see red raised pimples or pustules, with pain. Can apply ichthyol ointment, erythromycin ointment, povidone-iodine and other medications, serious cases can be incised and drained.
3. Drug stimulation: related to the long-term use of hormone drugs. Generally, after stopping the use of drugs, it can be relieved and does not need special treatment.
4. Life factors: may be related to environmental pollution, irregular diet and rest. We should adjust the diet structure, eat light and nutritious food, avoid excessive late night, and apply mupirocin ointment and other treatments if necessary.
It is recommended that patients go to the hospital in a timely manner, to clarify the cause, under the guidance of the doctor for treatment, to avoid self-medication.