Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD Key Takeaways Don't pop or squeeze big pimples.Use topical acne treatments to help big pimples heal faster. Keep your skin clean and avoid touching your face.

You are not alone if you find watching pimples pop to be exciting and gratifying. But what about when it's not a zit? You are not alone if you find watching pimples pop to be exciting and gratifying.

That’s the warning from mom of three Lish Marie, who ended up in urgent care — and filling four different prescriptions — after simply popping a pimple on her face. But the spot in question sat in ...