When you enter puberty, young boys and girls start to get acne. Some people say that acne is not a disease and will heal on its own. Is that so? Wrong. The medical name for acne is acne vulgaris. Although some pimples can get better on their own, many can become severe acne. If left unattended, small pimples can turn into large bumps and even leave permanent scars. Acne should be treated early and regularly (at a regular hospital). As long as the treatment is regular, even severe acne can be cured quickly. Remember: early and regular!