Though the cyst isn't technically infected, Lee said she refers to ruptured cysts this way because it's the easiest way to explain to patients what's happened. "When an epidermoid cyst ruptures ...

“Common places for deep acne, aka blind pimples, to appear are the chin ... She adds that popping can lead to bacterial infection and can prolong the healing process. When you push the cyst, you ...

it’s a dream for bacteria — a dream that can cause severe acne. Bacteria that gets into the hair follicle and becomes inflamed or infected results in deep, painful cysts below the skin.