Hallmark of the Disease: Firm, keloid-like papules, nodules, and pustules. Usually itchy and ... helpful in reducing the size and inflammation. Large keloidal plaques may require surgical excision.

Looks Like: A smattering of inflamed and non-inflamed blemishes, such as pustules ... present as large red bumps that are ...

Inflammatory acne manifests as small red bumps (papules) or pus-filled spots (pustules). In some cases, acne becomes more severe and results in extremely tender, red spots known as nodules or cysts.

Pimples & Pustules. Acne, in both boys and girls, is universally associated with an upset hormone balance (male over female hormones) during puberty. (Eunuchs seldom or never have acne.) ...