Pustular pimples on the nose can be caused by conditions such as folliculitis, boils and acne. Depending on the cause, they need to be eliminated by topical medication (salicylic acid cream, etc.) and oral medication (isotretinoin, etc.).
1. Folliculitis: Folliculitis is a red papule centered on a hair follicle, with yellow or white dots at the top and a purulent secretion inside. You need to keep your nose area clean and hygienic, and can apply antibiotic medication such as fusidic acid cream and erythromycin ointment to treat it.
2. Boils: caused by Staphylococcus aureus infection, there will be redness, swelling and pain. It can be treated with ichthyol ointment and oral antibiotics such as cefuroxime tablets, etc. In the advanced stage, it is already pus-filled and broken, so it is necessary to incise the lesion and draw out the pus.
3. Acne: manifested as red rash, pustules or nodules. You can apply azelaic acid ointment, vitamin A acid cream, salicylic acid cream, etc., oral roxithromycin capsules, isotretinoin and other drugs.
Daily should pay attention to skin oil control to maintain, healthy lifestyle, avoid staying up late, eat a balanced diet.
Patients with pustular acne on the nose need to consult a doctor in a timely manner, follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment, and avoid self-treatment. Drugs should be used under the guidance of a doctor.