Acne Conglobata is a less common form of acne but one that is often very severe. It is a form of nodulocystic acne and is distinguished by deep interconnected sores and abscesses as well as irregular keloid and atrophic scarring.

The sores caused by acne conglobata generally occur in clusters of between two and three while any associated cysts contain a bad-smelling mixture of serum and pus (seropurulent) that tends to return even after being drained.

The Effects Of Acne Conglobata?

Acne conglobata nodules most usually appear on the upper body (face, shoulders, top of the arms, back and buttocks) but can also form on the thighs.

Cases of acne conglobata usually develop as a consequence of a worsening of an existing case of pustular or papular acne, but it may also reappear many years after a particular bout of acne has cleared up (quiescence).

In general acne conglobata affects a greater proportion of males than females and tends to occur most in young adults aged between 18-30.

The Severity Of Acne Conglobata

As acne conglobata is so severe, there is a chance that sufferers may suffer psychological damage. The sores and scars as a result of acne conglobata can be so pronounced that the sufferer may suffer some form of social exclusion, either enforced by others or imposed by themselves. Acne conglobata has been known to cause depression and anxiety so sufferers should be treated at the earliest possible opportunity.