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| ariellez1
- Sat May 19, 2007 1:00 pm |
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I'm 27 years old, generally healthy, though I do get acne that I use differin for. But it's under control. Anyway, I have 2 very very small round whitehead looking things under my eye that won't go away. But they're not whiteheads. They just look almost like a whitehead or a blister. They aren't full of pus and they don't hurt. They're very small, you can't see them unless you're looking for them. I had the one for a very long time (years), but the 2nd one just popped up. I have no idea what it is or how to get rid of it. They don't itch or hurt or anything, it's more of a cosmetic problem. Any idea what it could be? And how can I get rid of them? Thank you!
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| Marceline F, RN
- Sun May 27, 2007 12:34 am |
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 Dear Ariellez1,
Sounds like you may be referring to a condition called milia. These whitehead type bumps differ from straight whiteheads due to the manner in which they are formed. They do occur under the eyes and are aggravated by excessive harsh cleaning products, or excessive creams which can block the pores. They are under accumulations of skin cells, which is why they don't go away so easily. The best way to deal with them is to see a dermatologist who can determine if they need to be excised (removed in a minor ":surgical" procedure), or can be treated by particular appropriate topical agents. They are usuually not infected, but the dermatologist can tell you for sure.
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