You may be able to treat your acne at home by rinsing it with
warm water and cleaning the soap off thoroughly, but you
should inform your Doctor if your acne:
Is making your life miserable.
Is causing dark patches to appear.
Is producing scars.
Is severe and producing nodules under the skin.
doesn’t respond to over-the-counter medication.
doesn’t respond to home treatment.
Is cystic acne, where your pimples are hard and large and filled with pus.
makes you avoid going out with your friends.
makes you feel embarrassed or depressed.