| Steroid-induced acne is a complication of systemic corticosteroids, which is characterized by abrupt onset of pruritic monomorphous papules or pustules affecting primarily the upper trunk, 2 to 6 weeks after initiating the drug. Comedones are generally absent from steroid-induced acne. The condition resolves with discontinuation of the steroids. Treatment with topical or systemic retinoids may be helpful even if the steroids are continued, whereas topical antibiotics and benzoyl peroxide may provide less benefit.
Acne vulgaris is a common skin disease that affects 85-100% of people at some time during their lives. It is characterized by noninflammatory follicular papules or comedones and by inflammatory papules, pustules, and nodules in its more severe forms. Acne treatment depends on whether you have a mild, moderate or severe form. Sometimes your doctor will combine treatments to get the best results and to avoid developing drug resistant bacteria. Treatment could include lotions or gels you put on blemishes or sometimes entire areas of skin, such as the chest or back (topical medications). You might also take medications by mouth (oral medications). Since you're under the supervision of your doctor, ask him/her to give you a medication for the whiteheads and acne that you are experiencing on your face. | 
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