Acne Grade 3 or 4 indicates nodulocystic or cystic acne and requires medical intervention. Which choice reflects that?

• A. Acne Grade 3, Grade 4
• B. Acne Grade 1
• C. Acne Grade 2
• D. Acne Grade 0

Answer: (A)

Severity grading of acne guides how aggressively it’s treated. Grades 3 and 4 signal nodulocystic or cystic acne, with deep, inflamed nodules or cysts and a higher risk of scarring. That level of inflammation and potential for lasting damage typically requires medical intervention beyond basic at-home care. Treatments may include oral antibiotics, hormonal therapy when appropriate, and possibly isotretinoin under supervision. In contrast, milder acne (Grade 1) is usually managed with topical treatments, Grade 2 with more inflammation but often still topical or limited systemic therapy, and Grade 0 means no acne at all. So identifying grades 3 or 4 correctly points to the need for medical treatment.