A pimple or zit is a kind of comedo that results from excess sebum and dead skin cells getting trapped in the pores of the skin. In its aggravated state, it may evolve into a pustule or papule. [1] ยท Sudden, severe pimple outbreaks in people 50 years of age or older can sometimes signal another underlying disease that requires medical attention. If you have severe pimples (cystic acne), โ€ฆ ยท When you squeeze a pimple, you can drive the pus, dead skin cells, and excess oil deeper into the pore. This can make the blemish irritated, painful, and more obvious. ยท A pimple is a small pustule or papule. Also known as spots or zits, pimples are a part of acne. They are most likely to occur around puberty, but they can happen at any age. ยท To get rid of a pimple, take a hot shower or apply a warm compress to the pimple so it comes to the surface of your skin. Then, pop the pimple with clean hands and apply a spot treatment โ€ฆ ยท Looking for ways to fight unsightly zits? Both teens and adults can get acne. Learn what causes pimples and blackheads and how to manage them. ยท Overview Acne is a skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. It causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples. Acne is most common โ€ฆ ยท Pustules are another kind of inflamed pimple. They resemble a whitehead with a red ring around the bump. The bump is typically filled with white or yellow pus. Avoid picking or squeezing โ€ฆ Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point. It causes spots, oily skin and sometimes skin that's hot or painful to touch.