Adult and teen acne can be a serious skin problem, but their causes vary and may require different treatments, too.

Back acne (or bacne) mostly occurring in men than women can be embarrassing but dermatologists give oral antibiotic to treat this severe acne problem.

Cystic and nodular acne are severe types of acne vulgaris and can be cured by treatment regimen, topical ointment, antibiotics or Accutane.

Acne vulgaris includes blackheads, whiteheads, papules, pustules, nodules and cysts. Anti-acne medications and a strict acne regimen can cure it.