The common causes of a red, swollen bulge on the face are folliculitis, boils, acne, etc. They can be improved by measures such as topical medication, systemic medication, and surgical treatments such as phototherapy.
1. Folliculitis: Bacterial infection caused by folliculitis can cause a red, swollen bump on the face, which can be treated with topical medication such as mupirocin ointment and erythromycin ointment.
2. Boil: deep tissue suppurative infection of the hair follicle can also cause a red swollen bulge on the face, you can systematically use penicillin or cephalosporin antibacterial drugs, for abscess formation requires surgical incision and drainage.
3. Acne: Androgen-induced follicular sebaceous gland secretion increases, duct hyperkeratosis, follicular Propionibacterium acnes reproduction will form acne, can also lead to the face with a red, swollen bulge. It can be treated with topical adapalene gel, benzoyl peroxide gel and other medications, along with oral doxycycline, minocycline, isotretinoin and other medications.
If you have a red and swollen bulge on your face, it is recommended to go to the hospital first to clarify the cause, and use medication under the guidance of the doctor to avoid abusing medication by yourself.