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Closed Comedones
I used to break out alot but it has stopped now.
But now I've so many closed comedones.
It is filled with white heads.
Is there any facewash or scrub that can help open these and extract them out?
I've went for regular medical clean ups every month for 5 months.
But these just come back every single time.
I am in a remote area, can't pay visit for now.
Please help me.
It accumulated on right corner of my chin. But also present in other areas like cheeks forehead on face but lesser than chin.
Thank you in Advance.
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Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatment depends on the grade of pimples or acne..So, please send more photos by direct online consultation as it's a must to see which grade of pimples or acne for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Suganya S
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Comedones are a plug of sebum and keratin. Seborrhea & acne quite often co exists with comedones. It’s always necessary to keep a control check on many factors and prevent the occurrence of these.
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Try to keep the face free if oiliness by washing it multiple times.
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Dr. Richa Chopra
Dermatologist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
Comedones are very common in oily skin. Avoid excessive scrubbing of the skin. Treatment options are available.I suggest you get an online consultation with detailed history and pictures.
Avoid using oily products on skin.
Clean your face regularly
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