I’ve got a pimple that’s really painful and inflamed, and I’m wondering what it is. What does a cystic pimple look like?
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Cystic pimples are large, deep-seated, inflamed pimples that are typically painful to the touch. They appear as large, red, swollen bumps under the skin and often do not have a visible head like other types of pimples. Cystic acne can be quite severe and may lead to scarring if not treated properly.