How To Treat Nodular Acne

Acne Drainage

Acne drainage is a procedure performed by a physician to treat severe and incredibly stubborn cases of nodular acne. Often times this procedure is done to help alleviate pain the patient is feeling from nodular acne breakouts. An additional benefit of an acne drainage procedure is it decreases the chances of a nodule leaving a scar. The procedure of draining acne nodules typically involves a sterile syringe and a needle used to first numb the area (if necessary) and then draw the fluids out of the nodules. This reduces pressure, redness, and swelling of the affected area and often provides a good amount of pain relief for the patient. Once the infected fluid is removed from the acne nodule, it can begin the healing process with the additional help of topical agents.